Q: Car not starting

asked by on January 18, 2017

Car is not starting. I had the alternator replaced through you guys along with new spark plugs and wires. It drove for a few days and has not started for weeks. Not sure where to look next. Oil pressure sensor was not working so i had it replaced and still nothing. Car was marked good in every area from the mechanic used.

My car has 189513 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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