Random car not starting, with new battery.
2007 Ford Fiesta zetec 1.4 climate
Problem added: Nov 21, 2023 (2 weeks ago)
will not start at completely random times
craig ian robertson
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When it does not start , is the engine turning over o.k ?
Answered Nov 21, 2023 (2 weeks ago)
whittingehame
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it generally just clicks over and over.
Answered Nov 21, 2023 (2 weeks ago)
craig ian robertson
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If it clicks , it's usually bad battery terminals , connections , earth cables , faulty starter or wiring / connection / plug . There is usually also an earth cable from engine / transmission to the body .
Answered Nov 21, 2023 (2 weeks ago)
whittingehame
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