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If jump start is OK is it just the battery?
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Hi Folks,
Bought my first 'lingo a few months back, mostly because I'm sick of paying mechanics and heard they were easier to maintain for mechanical idiots like me Smile

Been having trouble starting it since the cold weather set in, and the past few days it won't start at all. Just a single coughing/"wronk" sound then nothing.

My question is, if it starts successfully with a jump from a mate is that a clear indication the battery is the problem? Or could it be something else?

I've got a mate coming over to give me a jump start shortly, just wondering if that works if my next stop should be halfords to buy a battery to fit myself in the car park, or if I should head to a mechanics for a proper diagnosis?

Any words of wisdom appreciated, cheers!

BTW, it's an '02 1.4 petrol. Just had the timing belt replaced which I wouldn't have thought mattered but seen another thread here where someone had a ton of trouble starting after a timing belt replacement so thought I'd mention it...
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If jump start is OK is it just the battery? - by DanMac - 08-01-2014, 02:52 PM

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