1998 Toyota corolla won't crank. The lights, radio, and other accessories come on. but there is no clicking or anything when I try to crank the car. No other indication that it's the battery. I had been having some issues with the alarm, but I just put new batteries in the key fob, and can now turn the alarm on and off, so I don't think the alarm system is the problem.

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make sure battery cables are secure on or into the battery and not loose. If cables are loose it will cause your alternater to fail therfore not fully keeping battery charged. If battery cables are not loose replace battery.

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try turning the key almost to start and keep it there for about ten minutes. hope it works. I got this tip from somebody else.

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Yes the key needs to be reprogramed to the car. Unfortunately that will have to be done by the dealer. Make sure that you have plenty of proof that you are the owner. They will reprogram it but you will not take posession of the car until you prove it is yours.

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If your car has a chip in the key, then this is the definitive solution: http://newrockies.com/vatsbypass . It was the only thing that saved my Park Avenue.

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loose or worn out alternator belt