Cranks but will not start

2012 KIA
111,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • MANUAL
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ELVIS8468
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This car model is the Soul. It will crank but not start. All the lights work and there are no abnormal noises. I can get the car to start by rolling it and popping the clutch and once it starts I have no issues. Any ideas?
May 17, 2017 at 4:21 PM
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Hello,

Even though the lights come on, the battery may not have enough power to start the engine.
You should first get the battery tested, in case this is bad.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/symptoms-of-a-bad-car-battery

The second item needs to be checked is the starter. As when you do a rolling start you bypass the starter to start the car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-a-starter-and-solenoid-works

Please let me know of any questions.

Thank you.
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Jul 18, 2021 at 10:03 AM