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Ford Galaxy refuses to start
My 1999 Ford Galaxy 2.3 petrol automatic won’t start. I’ve turned the key, but nothing happens. I've tried charging the battery and using jump leads, but still nothing. Can you help?
Asked on 22 September 2013 by rob
Answered by
Honest John
If the lights go on brightly, this reads like a jammed starter motor.
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