My 2012 Focus won't start unless it's jumped

Asked by GuruLQRY3 Apr 16, 2019 at 02:53 PM about the 2012 Ford Focus

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Gary answered 5 years ago

Take the battery out and have it charged and tested. You can check the voltage; should have 12 volts when sitting. With the engine running, should rise to 13.5 volts or so. This will indicate if the alternator is charging.

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