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    Sep 24, 2010, 11:56 AM
    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?
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    Sep 24, 2010, 03:12 PM

    Was the new battery fully charged ?

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

    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.
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    Sep 24, 2010, 09:45 PM

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

    If the starter motor doesn't crank:

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