it is great that your problem was solved by replacing the battery. you were very lucky that the skreem or anything else was not damaged.
but it is also important to learn from the experience.
i noticed that you said: " I have owned my 2004 Crossfire for 1 1/2 years. It currently has 35,000 miles. The battery in the car was there when I purchased the car. I have no idea how old it is."
it is crucial to know how old a battery is. i had no idea either.
the good thing is that there are ways to check this.
https://www.google.ca/search?hl=en&s...3u_QbZ852ICA35