Problem going on with my car. How do I fix this?

Problem going on with my car. How do I fix this?
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answer:Check all your grounds—engine to frame—frame to battery. Just a guess. Are there any other things that don’t work or act funny. (Alarms, horns, radio or windshield wipers) Also make sure your battery is properly held in place.
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