I recently just bought a 02 Tribute and the check engine light is on. I took it to advance auto to have the check the codesfor problems and it wouldn't read anything, also my car won't start with out a jump, I've charged the battery and when I turn the key everything lights up but it won't start. Can anybody please help me?

Thank You!

 

If the cigarette lighter fuse is blown it will not read. You say it will not start unless it is boosted. The starter turns the engine over but it will not start? Or the starter will not turn the engine over?

 

Are you jumping it off the battery?
Get your battery tested.

 

Thanks for the reply i will check the fuse..and Im pretty sure the starter won't turn it over but it work perfect with a jump every time, I've had the battery tested the said it needed charged and I've charged it and I get the same problem

 

It sounds like you just need a new battery.