My battery/lights come on but when i start the ignition switch unless my battery has charging leads connected in which case it starts immediately it wont start. Tried to bump start it but found it ext
I would first start by checking the condition of the battery. The battery needs to be in a fully charged state.
Using a volt meter set in the DC range, the voltage reading should be steady and constant; around 12.4 to 12.6 volts dc.; if the battery charge is low, recharge it.
If the battery fails to charge or fails to maintain a charge, replace it.
Without getting too technical, a quick way to know that some sort of electrical problem exists, due to a defective or old battery; or perhaps even a faulty alternator that is responsible for recharging the battery, is to listen to the sound that occurs (or lack of it) when you turn the key.
No sound, dead battery is most likely the culprit.
Rapid clicking sound when you turn the key to crank the engine, weak battery voltage; again the battery has failed. Figuring out why it failed is another issue.
Is the battery old and at its end of life use?
Depending on the climate you live in, can also prematurely kill a battery- like from extreme bitter cold; even though you may have a 5 year battery and it's only 3 years old in use...batteries have been known to fail.
If you get an intermittent clicking sound when you turn the key to start it up, it can be the starter's solenoid.
There are a few other tests that can be done on a battery too.
If you want to do the test yourself, I will walk you through it. But at this time, I would recommend removing the battery and bringing it to your local auto supply store/warehouse like NAPA, Pepboys, AutoZone, etc. They'll test it free of charge for you. Again, if you want to be a do-it-yourself mechanic, but you don't have the proper tools, these auto stores offer tool and analyzer rentals.
I hope this helps for now- if you need more guidance, let me know. Kindest regards on your project!