Q: car wont start
The car wont start the starter is nnew and tested. The switch turns on and alll the dash lights come on but when its turned to start nothing happens. Ive tried to reset the security but it didnt help. I diagnostic test and no codes showed up. The battery is fully charged.
My car has 190000 miles.
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