Q: Car not starting after replacing battery
My car is currently not starting. Before, it would sometimes start after continuously turning the key in the ignition and/or waiting and trying to start it again later. After replacing the battery, starter, and the ground wire, it will not start.
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Hi there. The most common cause of that vehicle not starting is the fuel pump and fuel filter. Over time, the pump motor will stop working and needs to be replaced. I would recommend having a technician come out and pull the codes on the computer and test the fuel pressure.
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