Q: Won't start auxilary power
My check engine light came on a while ago. And my car periodically stalls - mostly when it rains. One time when I was using auxiliary power there was a clicking noise, and then the power went off. Then it came back on. But now the car won’t start at all. It won’t turn over when trying to start it. I never had a problem with the starter and my battery is in great shape. Do you have any idea what's wrong? How can this be fixed?
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