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  • Sep 24, 2010, 11:56 AM
    GFRMBROOKLYN
    I bought a new battery for my car but it doesn't want to turn on
    I bought a new battery because my old one died.so when I put the new one in the car it tries to turn on but it won't.I want to know why?
  • Sep 24, 2010, 03:12 PM
    Fr_Chuck

    Was the new battery fully charged ?

    Were the terminals cleaned and properly tightened
  • Sep 24, 2010, 05:16 PM
    TxGreaseMonkey

    It usually takes several hours to fully charge even a new battery with a 6-amp. Battery charger. Alternators should only be used to maintain a battery, not to charge it--this is what causes voltage regulators to burn out.
  • Sep 24, 2010, 09:45 PM
    Stringer

    Possibly a dumb question however could it be the starter? Does it sound as if it is trying to turn over?
  • Sep 25, 2010, 05:10 AM
    TxGreaseMonkey

    If the starter motor doesn't crank:

    https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/cars-t...tml#post235560

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