Cars, whether new or used, can occasionally disappoint by refusing to start. Turning the key or pressing the ignition button and discovering nothing happens and you won’t be driving anywhere is a common occurrence, but knowing what’s causing the problem might help you take the proper action.
Turning the key in your ignition and nothing happens one of the few feelings that will send your stomach into your feet faster. At this point, you must resist the urge to panic and pay close attention to your car.
Whatever sound it makes or does not make will tell you whether or not you can fix the problem yourself, alternatively, if you’re about to call a tow truck.
If your lights are not on and your car is not making any noise, the problem could be connected to your car’s battery.
Action: Examine the cables that connect your battery. Even if everything appears to be in order, try twisting them with your hands. If you can turn them, the connection is faulty. Disconnect them, then wipe them down with a paper towel or rag. After that, tighten the clamps by reconnecting them with a wrench.
Alternatively, no lights or sound could indicate a dead battery.
Action: You’ll almost certainly need a jump to get your battery started again. Find some jumper cables and a friendly bystander willing to help you out.
If you turn on your car and hear an audible clicking sound, your battery may weaken.
Please turn on your headlights and assess how bright they are. If they’re brilliant, your battery is fine, and the problem could be with the connection or starter. If they’re dim, your battery is depleted, and you should try to jump-start it.
If your engine refuses to start, you’re probably out of gas.
Action: Find a portable fuel tank and fill up your car.
It’s also possible that a fuse for the fuel pump or ignition circuit has blown.
Action: Fuse failures are easily identified. You’ve found your culprit if you see a broken metal strip with a tiny black around it. Replace the fuse after consulting your owner’s manual.
This could also be the result of a faulty battery.
Action: You should get a jump for your weak battery, just like before. The difference here is that you’ll need to get your car to a mechanic as soon as possible. This issue will resurface quickly, so it’s best to deal with it quickly.
When you crank your car, if it makes a grinding noise, the starter isn’t engaging the flywheel.
Action: Turn on and off your ignition several times until the flywheel catches and starts. Then take your car to a mechanic because your flywheel is missing teeth and needs to be replaced.
It’s heartbreaking that your car won’t start for more than one reason. One of them is “it may require repairs.” Unfortunately, unexpected repairs cost money you may not have or desire to invest in your current car.
No problem.
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Your car’s starter, battery, battery connections, ignition switch, or fuel pump are likely malfunctioning. Some of these can be resolved by yourself, but the majority will require the expertise of a professional to diagnose.
Car batteries DO NOT RECHARGE ON THEIR OWN. The alternator is the part of the engine that recharges your battery while the car is running.
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