Wont Start

Discussion in 'Problems, Fixes, Tips...' started by gary cad, Apr 26, 2013.

  1. gary cad

    gary cad Copenworld Newbie

    Joined:
    May 11, 2010
    Location:
    Kent
    Car(s):
    Yes Copen + Honda CRV
    Having a problem with my 54 plate green skate board.
    The lights radio and interior lights all come on. but car wont start.
    Have tried to bump start it but still wouldnt fire, have also noticed that neither the wimdows or roof will open.
    All suggestions welcome please

    Cheers

    Gary
     
  2. Ashley

    Ashley Copenworld Member

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    Location:
    Cape Town
    Car(s):
    Copen
    Merc estate
    RAV4 3-Door
    Copens have very small batteries... In my case, 15 minutes stopped with the lights on was enough to flatten the battery (from fully charged) to the extent that it wouldn't start.

    If this is the first instance of reluctance to start, then most likely it's a flat battery.

    First thing to try would be to charge the battery overnight - if you don't have the time for that try jump starting it.
     
  3. Adam K

    Adam K Copenworld Guru

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    Worcester, UK
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    Nissan Cube Kaizen
    Yep, I second the flat battery hypothesis.
     
  4. princess

    princess Copenworld Regular

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    Location:
    notts
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    just got our second copen 04 reg. we also have a brand new vw bettle!!!!
    I too have had problems with car not starting (not using car much) re-charged battery now ok!!!
    Note to self --- must use car more!!!!!!!!:D
     
  5. gary cad

    gary cad Copenworld Newbie

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    Kent
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    Thanks

    Correct ppl, It was a battery problem the negative connection was slightly loose and with the aid of a rubber mallet all sorted.

    keep up the fun fellow skate board lovers
     

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