DTS has to be jumped everytime I go to start it.

Asked by skellum80 Feb 17, 2018 at 03:21 AM about the Cadillac DTS

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Everytime I go to start DTS 2002 it wont start and i have to jump it. Why would
this happen?

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misscobra92 answered 6 years ago

How old is the battery and when was the last time is was replaced? It may need a new battery.

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oldcarpenter answered 6 years ago

I agree with misscobra92....also when you get it running check and see if you are getting correct voltage from the alternator......you can get the battery and alternator tested for this at autozone or another parts store....

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