car had main engine seal replaced a week ago. since then some times it wont start when I turn th key it just locks the doors all lights on dash r on but nothing happens. if I continue t try eventually it just starts ??? battery seems ok. radio also loses code when this happens. if I hold key in on position fr more than 3 sec this some times works but not always. pls help if u can. much appreciated.

 

Take the battery to an auto parts store and have it charged. Then clean your battery post/cables.

 

I agree with RSPI, do the following:

1. Have your charging system checked, free at most auto parts locations. This will verify your battery and alternator
2. You may also be experiencing the infamous ignition switch

With more details, we can better help you.

 

thanks lots for ur advice guys. I hv recharged the battery and so far so good. so ur advice has been very helpful . again thanks.

 

A loose battery connection would cause this as well ...check the clamps

 

That's it, I'm never using this forum again. People ask a question, I give a quick answer and they don't like it. So they ask again and again until someone types a 4 paragraph response, like doing a mini seminar or class on the issue. I'm not taking this abuse any more.

Good bye and I hope there is enough info in Google to help everyone else. Who am I kidding, there are plenty of people here to help everyone. I probably won't be missed.

 

RSPI - don't go! I value all your help!
*gets on knees and begs to the sky*
DOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOONNNNNT GOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO!

 

I second this!

 

Don't worry, we have links to Rspi's videos. Since no one listens why be here ??