1999 Maxima only starts after jumping

[trungg86]

Hello everyone,

I have a 1999 Maxima that ,just today, is having a hard time starting. It was running fine this morning when I took it to the grocery store then about 30 min later I couldn't use unlock the door with the remote. No power what so ever. I had my brother come out and jumped start the car. It started up fine with no hesitation. So we figured it was low on batter or something. We quickly took it home and turned off the car and tried starting it again. It started the first time then on the second try it wouldn't turn over. Nothing was powered on. We are currently letting it sit on the charger until we figure out the next step. Any help from you guys would be great appreciated!

[WDRacing]

You'll need a multimeter to check the voltage at the battery while it's running and while it's off. It could be something as simple as a loose battery terminal connection though so check the obvious stuff first. I had a loose terminal cause all sorts of issues before.

Welcome to Nico!

[NutriaforBreakfast]

yes wdracing is correct
obvious stuff might be to check the water level of the battery if its that kind(use distilled water)
Clean the battery cables and clean the wire to the starter as well
After cleaning the cables i used silicone diectriec (vaseline looking stuff) on the battery terminals

[AZhitman]

Simple solution - new battery.

Welcome aboard!