Died now wont start

Battery or starter gone

Do the dash lights go out after jump starting ? Did you check what the voltage is at the battery while running , should be 13.1 to 14.1 .or more on some computer controlled charging systems ! What are you using to jump start the vehicle ? When disconnecting what ever your using to jump start the vehicle , does the vehicle die right away ?

Likely, your battery is now history. Sorry . .

I'm not a car mechanic, but, it sounds like you might want to check the fuse to the ignition switch, and, if that fails, it might be a problem with the Start Safety Switch on the transmission. Good luck.

My first guess would be a bad connection at one of the battery posts, or a dead cell inside the battery.

99% of the time when those 2 lights come on together then yes, the alternator is not charging. You should be able to jump off though. May have to let it charge off other vehicle for a few minutes. Also check cable connection. If it does start when you remove cable it will die. Computer will shut down vehicle when it has less than 12 volts. If need be you could put a fully charged battery in and drive for a short period with no headlights or accessories on.

If the jump started your vehicle and then it only ran for 2 minutes,it sounds like your alternator is not providing power to run the vehicle.

Battery is the best bet because the dimming of the lights and clicking of the solenoid which does not have the battery current to engage the starter. Try to find a neighbor with jumper cables or go to an auto parts store to have them test your battery and to buy a battery if it is bad. If your battery light stays on after the jump or replace your battery it is your alternator or the serpentine belt is not turning the alternator.

Hi Russell,

Absolutely no power? No dome light? No head lights? Nothing?
When you step on the brake pedal, no brake lights?

If true, start at the source and pop the hood.

This is going to be a bit of back and forth dialogue. I'll ask some questions and you get me the answers. That way we can get to the root of the problem. To save time, I'll ask multiple questions at a time. Here goes.

• Check the battery. Is it still there? (Valid question with no evidence of power)
• Are the terminal clamps tight?
• Are the terminals clean and free of corrosion?
• Are all the belts in place and tight? (pay special attention to alternator)
• If you have a voltmeter. test the voltage at the battery terminals. It should be +12.5VDC.
  

Try getting a jump, when the cables are attached does anything light up?
Does it turn over and start?
Does it do anything?

Comment me back with your findings
Mike

how old is your battery,have you tried a new one?Sometimes a really stuffed battery also interferes with the ECU,and can result in switching things on and off.