i drove my car to work this morning, but when i got off eork it wouldnt start. it has been doing this for a couple of months. i hsve put the battery on a meter and it loses no voltage when key is on

Asked by sarahleigh Sep 26, 2016 at 11:12 PM about the 2003 Ford Escort ZX2

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

i have no lights, radio, no power at all. there is no click when i turn the key,
and i know the battery is fully charged because i checked it with a meter.

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lrodri911 answered 8 years ago

If ur reading 12.4 vdc on battery then check battery cables to make sure they are tight and not corroded

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enginecreator answered 8 years ago

And check main circuit breakers (fuse) under hood and while at it under dash, check engine to frame and frame to battery grounds.

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i drove my car to work this morning, but when i got off eork it wouldnt start. it has been doing this for a couple of months. i hsve put the battery on a meter and it loses no voltage when key is on

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