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  1. tjo20

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    #9 tjo20, Feb 16, 2013
    Boom, fixed it. First time messing with my Mini. Since I live in a place that snows a lot (Ft. Drum, NY) I guess somehow the positive wire connectors became extremely corroded causing the vehicle to receive no power whatsoever. I cleaned everything in the vehicle that connects to both positive and negative, including the started connection. Boom, their it was, the car came back to life. Don't do what I did and spend a lot of money on a new battery, check all connections first.lol. Thanks to everyone who helped me out! I love this page!:D
     
  2. MCS02

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    #10 MCS02, Feb 16, 2013
    Glad you got it running :Thumbsup:
     
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    #2 rum4, Feb 16, 2013
    the experts will be along shortly!! check the fuses also!
     
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    #3 CHKMINI, Feb 16, 2013
    On the left side of the firewall under the bonnet is a plastic box marked Battery +. It contains the positive jump stud and that connection has been known to come loose causing what you describe. It also can become corroded. ....just sayin'
     
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    #4 MCS02, Feb 16, 2013
    Till the experts get here I will try to help. But first a question.
    You said that you checked the positive cable for damage. Are you getting 12v at the engine bay?
     
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    #5 tjo20, Feb 16, 2013
    Okay guys, well I got power in the car, it's great! But it wont start now, not even a crank. Last night when I was messing with it I accidentally dropped a 5 amp red fuse. It belongs in the spot where it has a check engine like symbol. The fuse closest to the bumper (hope it makes sense). Can that be the issue? Or might it need a jump start? Also keep in mind that it's 10 degrees out where I'm at. Not an expert when it comes to cold weather.
     
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    #6 MCS02, Feb 16, 2013
    If your talking about the fuse box under the bonnet, then that is the ECM fuse. Did you replace it? it will not start with out it.
     
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    #7 tjo20, Feb 16, 2013
    I'm talking about the fuse box in the engine compartment. I'm working on getting a fuse tester that way I can just check all of them. I'll keep you guys updated!
    I appreciate the help!:Thumbsup:
     
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    #8 iccarac24, Feb 16, 2013
    No crank, no start? How long has this been going on? what went on in the days leading up to this?
     
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    #11 Minidave, Feb 16, 2013
    Good lesson there, always check the battery terminals both for corrosion and tightness.
     
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    #12 Crashton, Feb 16, 2013
    tjo20 Glad you got it squared away. Don't feel bad about buying a battery. Your 2006 was overdue for one.
     
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    #13 Nathan, Feb 17, 2013
    Welcome, thanks for joining Motoring Alliance, the FUN and Friendly MINI Community.