My 2006 ranger wont start. Cables seem to be fine I have lights inside and out. When I turn the key I only get clicks. I was able to jump the car and I let it run thinking the battery might be low but it died after 2 minutes when I put it in drive and now I'm back to square one.

SOURCE: 2003 ford ranger battery light comes on

i think it is the alternator because the idiot light is connected to your regulator of your alternator. it is an indication that your alternator is not charging anymore.

tnx 4 using fixya,

drcool

SOURCE: 2000 ford focus.car won't start

The first thing you should do is remove the cables from the battery and clean both the clamps and the battery posts until the surfaces look bright.
I apply a protective coating before I replace the cables but it's not necessary to find out if you have found the problem. After you tighten the battery clamps, try to twist the clamp with your hand. If it moves it is not tight enough.
I've often see cars with battery post to small for the clamps.
If it's loose and you can't tighten it any more, you can purchase lead cups that fit over the post.
Remove the clamp and back the nut up as far as it will go, then use a screw driver to spread the clamp. Put the lead cup over the post and press the clamp down until the post is flush with the top of the clamp and tighten it.

Dennis Mulford

• 1055 Answers
• Posted on Mar 11, 2009

SOURCE: Truck wont start just clicks.

either a bad body ground,or your tranny is locked up,did it run good before you shut it off?

SOURCE: Turning ignition does nothing/when started with cables, lights di

You may have a failed battery, or maybe just dirty battery terminals. Check for both.

If the battery terminals are ok switch on the headlights - if they don't work the battery may be faulty.
If you have a multimeter check the battery terminal voltage- it should be greater than 12V.

SOURCE: 05 ford escape wont start. jump started it and it

okay try this....talk to your parts store and get a battery load tester, and find out if the battery is indeed dead. My guess is it sounds like the Altenator is dying. they are around 50-100 and can be install by a pro in minutes.