2002 chrysler sebring. battery is hot but starter won't turn over at all. Gauges and lights come on, radio does not. Worked fine until this AM. New battery last winter.
I'm guessing maybe starter or something related? I checked relays & fuses, ok...........next?
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Check the condition and tension of the alternator drive belt. Have a test done on the alternator as it appears that there is insufficient current to cover the large current draw for the lights.
Clean your battery terminal and all ground connections. Get the battery tested. Replace if necessary. If it still happens, you'll have to get an electrical diagram and check circuits from the ignition switch to the starter
I hate to say this to you but make sure the engine is not locked up. If you can turn the engine, either by pulling on the belt, or by putting a wrench on the crankshaft bolt, try another starter. If you can't turn it, try another engine. (sorry for the insensitive attempt at humor)
It's a battery. Although you have lights and radio, they only require minimum amounts of amoerage, Whereas your starter and ignition require hundreds of amps.
Sounds like a charging system issue. Just because the alternator itself tested fine doesn't mean it's getting power to the car and battery. Charge the battery and start the car (with everything connected normally, including alternator). While car is idling, disconnect the battery (negative post wI'll do). If car dies, there's a problem with the alternator wiring/harness. Once the vehicle is running, the alternator should provide plenty of power. Check voltage at battery (from alternator) and should be around 14V. Check alternator fuse. Could be the voltage regulator in the alternator going out, which would need a new alternator.
if you have a good battery and if it isnt your starter or alternator then it is the wiring harness that goes directly to your battery on either your positive side or your negative side.
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