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Car simply won't start - Rover 414 (1998) - any ideas please

rog2 · 2009-04-13 11:41:56

I have a 1998 Rover 414, which was given to me by a friend a month ago. I drove it home (250 miles) with no problems whatsoever. Used it for three days, then went to start it - nothing. I have tried 'jump leads' - charged the battery - even bought a new battery for the key, on advice - still nothing. :mad: :mad: To…

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rog2 Posts: 11,650 Forumite

13 April 2009 at 4:16PM

chnelomi wrote: »

had the same problem with my old car except it wasn't a rover. put the key in the ignition and turn till the lights etc come on. then hold button on key for 5 seconds then take key fully out re insert and try to start engine. hope it works
Good luck

Thanks - I have just checked fuses - all seem to be ok, so will try your suggestion.

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