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When trying to start my 1996 grand am, it turned over but ...

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When trying to start my 1996 grand am, it turned over but would not start. I tried several times and when I took the key out, and the car kept trying to start. I heard other sounds also. I could not unhook the battery so this went on for at least five minutes. Finally, I put the key in the ignition and turned it and it stopped. It also smelled like something was burned. I noticed the next day that my battery red cable was a little melted. Now the car does not make a sound even with a new battery. The lights do not even come on. Please help.
Pam

 

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1996 Pontiac grand am

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installing new battery/p>

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Status:  Closed   Value: $9
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April 30 2006 at 5:39 PM (8 hours and 38 minutes and 54 seconds later)
         
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