car won't start after many running errands and being turned off 5 or 6 times, if I put it into neutral the nback into first it starts. ALso check engine light is lit. Garage can't find problem.

Asked by Ann Jul 29, 2011 at 06:06 PM about the 1998 Hyundai Accent

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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I would say at a long guess your alternator cant charge your battery correctly so your battery is going dead or your car has dirty wires and isnt getting a good power from battery. also check make sure ignition and ignition switch is good maybe wore out.

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Sounds like it might have something to do with the neutral safety switch because by moving the shifter you are moving the safety switch allowing it to make contact. Just a guess though.

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