1998 - battery gone south?
1998malibuLS
01-16-2004, 02:37 PM
My wife just called me at work, she went out to start the car and all she gets is a clicking sound. Lights, radio etc. OK until she turns the key, then just a clicking sound.
Should I pick up a battery on my way home?
Should I pick up a battery on my way home?
pcv
01-17-2004, 09:35 AM
Try giving it a boost. If it starts, check the charging system. Put a voltmeter across the battery terminals, and if the voltage is 14 volts, replace the battery. I gather from the year of the vehicle, the battery is probably the original one. Most batteries are good for 5 years.
Good luck.
Good luck.
1998malibuLS
01-17-2004, 04:29 PM
Thanks!
checked and changed the battery this morning. All is now well!
checked and changed the battery this morning. All is now well!
riptide8016
01-29-2004, 09:10 PM
If you continue to have problems with the battery, take it to your dealer and have them inspect your terminal wiring. I spent $300 replacing the battery and alternater ('98 LS) after the car died 3 times on me. I took it to the dealer and they had it fixed for $80.
Best of luck!
Best of luck!
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