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My 1999 GMC Suburban Wont Start

The GMC Suburban is a large SUV that many people use for towing boats or RVs. If you are having problems starting your Suburban, there are certain aspects of the SUV that you can look at before paying a mechanic to fix it. The battery and the fuel levels are the primary reasons that many Suburbans will not start. After checking the Suburbans fuel level and the battery, you may have to consult a mechanic regarding what is wrong with your SUV.

Instructions

1

Open the hood to the Suburban and look over the battery connections. These should not have any corrosion or debris on them.

2

Remove the corrosion on your Suburban with soda and a wire brush.

3

Put the terminals back onto the battery and then tighten them with a socket wrench.

4

Try to restart the car.

5

Jump start the Suburban with another car and jumper cables.

6

Leave the car running for about 5 minutes and then turn it off.

7

Try to restart the SUV. If the SUV does not restart, replace the battery.

8

Check the fuel levels to the car. Add one gallon of gas to the car and then try to start it again. If the SUV starts, replace the gas gauge.