Why did the engine turned off when it had turn on

Asked by Velia Jan 20, 2015 at 04:14 PM about the Ford Escape

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Checked the batterie and its in good condition.
When trying to turn on again the inside lights wiil
not turn on at all

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If it is totally dead like that, and you know your battery is good, then you probably have a bad conneciton. especially the ground. it could be bad at the battery or on the other end where it hooks to the block.

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