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KRSmith
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Dec 9, 2010, 10:41 AM

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We have a 2005 Kia Soronto w/ 60K miles on it. We bought the car used in May of 2010. In September, we replaced the battery. High end, good battery, not a cheap one.

this morning, car will not turn over. Tried to juimp it, no go. Acted like it wanted to take a charge but would be a slow process.

What should I try next?

thank you for your help!

Kelley


Hammer Time
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Dec 9, 2010, 10:56 AM

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The fact that the battery is not old doesn't change how you approach the problem. You start by charging the battery and then having it tested.



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KRSmith
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Dec 9, 2010, 10:57 AM

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thank you. I will try that.


Tom Greenleaf
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Dec 9, 2010, 2:41 PM

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Jumpers don't always get a good connection and there are several grades of quality for them. I'd check cables, that they are clean and snug. Charge battery with a charger as if real low it's hard on the alternator to charge a near dead battery,

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KRSmith
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Dec 9, 2010, 2:55 PM

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Thank you! I will get a charger! I used to be pretty god at this, but these cars with computers, etc, leave me a little lost.





 
 
 






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