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Will repeated unsuccessful attempts to start car cause engine damage?
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∙ 14y ago
Repeated attempts to start a car will not hurt a car as long as the engine has the oil it's supposed to have. However, they aren't good for the battery.
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Can a oil change where the person forgot to remove old oil gasket and I had leak and engine knock cause timing belt to break and perm engine damage?
if I understand your ? can not changing an old oil filter gasket casue damage to your engine NO only if it leaked out all the oil other wise no. If the filter change was the cause of the leak and you lost enough oil for the engine to start clattering, yes, it caused the permanent engine damage.
What damage occurs if a plugged catalytic converter is not fixed?
The heat generated by the converter can back up into the engine and damage it. Cause it to overheat, blow a head gasket or damage the heads.
What an air cleaner in a car engine does?
Stops dirt from entering the engine which will damage internal parts.
What would make a car die when stopping after cleaning the battery connections?
I hope you did not remove a battery post while the engine was running (don't do it)? If so, it may cause damage to your alternator, and it will short out your ignition in the engine (engine stops). If there is no damage, it should work after reconnecting the battery posts. If you didn't do the above situation, I would check for a loose connection on the terminal or a corroded/broken cable. I hope you did not remove a cable from the positive or negative battery posts while the engine was running (don't do it)? If so, it may cause damage to your alternator, and it will short out your ignition in the engine (engine stops). If there is no damage, it should work after reconnecting the battery posts. If you didn't do the above situation, I would check for a loose connection on the terminal or a corroded/broken cable. THe computer may need alittle time to relearn idle.
Is there a repair method for a cracked engine?
it all depends on type, age, the amount of damage, and what kind of damage to the engine. just find a specialist and they can help you out.
has engine been damage?
has engine been damage
Does revving your engine damage it?
No revving your engine dosent damage it.
Will a plugged up catalytic converter damage the engine?
Yes, it can damage the engine.
Will water in gas tank damage car?
damage engine no.. will the engine run no.
Is their damage to a snapped timing ldv?
Well I really have no idea what a ldv is, but if your timing belt breaks and your engine is an interference engine there will be damage. If it is not an interference engine there will be no damage.
What damage to engine when a timing belt fails?
On an interference engine the pistons can hit the valves. That will cause severe internal engine damage.
Will a small amount of gasoline in a diesel engine damage the engine?
No - a small amount will not damage the engine, though may cause it to run badly. However, a larger amount can cause serious damage, and the tank and engine should be drained.
Does it damage the engine to turn on the heater before the engine warms up fully?
NO, it will not damage the vehicle engine by turning the heater ON before the engine has warmed up fully.
If the pistern breaks and drops on the spark plugs of a Volkswagen polo can it damage the engine?
if the piston breaks that is engine damage.
Can a damaged head gasket directly damage your radiator?
No, but it can cause severe engine damage if you keep running the engine.
What if car has no coolant antifreeze is empty what damage can it do?
The engine will overheat and can cause severe engine damage. The engine will be completely ruined if it is not immediately shut off.
What happens if petrol is used in diesel engine and vice versa?
If gasoline is used in a diesel it will damage the engine. If diesel is used in a gasoline engine it will do no real damage as the engine will not run.
