answersLogoWhite

0

🚗

Car Starting Problems

Some of the common car starting problems stem from a discharged battery, a bad fuel pump (or no fuel), a weakened starter motor, or a broken electrical connection. Checking each part will help troubleshoot why the car won’t start.

5,524 Questions

Why does starter keep breaking?

Starter Failures

There could be several causes for a starter to fail, but when replacement starters continually fail I have found one cause.

It is critical that a starter's gears be in perfect alignment with the gears on the flywheel. If the alignment is not perfect, then massive forces are imposed on the starter gear, and thus are transmitted to the shaft, and finally the bearings/bushings.

These forces rapidly accelerate the wear of the internal components of the starter and thus cause premature failure.

For years in the "old" days, the problem was so bad that most auto manufacturers used "shims" between the starter and the mounting flange on the engine to "custom" align the starters. And any replacement starters had to be carefully aligned upon installation.

In order to be sure the starter gear is in proper alignment with the flywheel gears, it is important to be sure that the starter is mounted in perfect alignment. Due to the difficulty, and knowledge and experience required to properly mount a starter, is is sometime best to have a Professional automotive Technician install a starter.

Why your battery is drained and wont start and all you do is play the radio while cleaning car?

how old is your battery?

is a original or aftermarket radio?

well if you battery is older like 5 years may be is time to replace that.

if you radio is a aftermarket make sure was installed correctly

What can I do if a engine won't turn over?

You got to find a place to start. The ignition switch "start position" sends voltage to a relay or the starter solenoidwhich has a switch in it to make the starter operate. The car has to be in park or neutral also for the circuit to be completed. On some vehicles the clutch pedal must be depress to complete the circuit. what are you missing?

Why would your car die shortly after giving someone else a jump start?

There is a possibility that you burned up a diode plate in your alternator and the battery cannot get re-charged. Check the battery, if it's low you might want to somehow get the vehicle to an auto parts retailer where they can test the electrical system and let you know what's wrong.

Brand new battery on a 1994 Chevy astro van but it still wont start why?

Does it turn over? Does the starter crank? Why did you replace the battery? It takes 3 things for an engine to run, fuel, air and spark. If you replaced the battery let's assume you have spark, but do you have fuel? What I mean is are you getting fuel to the engine? Your question needs a little background info about why you replaced the battery first and what is going on now. Your description here is too vague to make a good diagnosis.

98 Cavalier won't turn over It tries to but doesn't It makes a feeble little rev but does not come close to catching Interior and exterior lights work turn signals work but won't start?

Things to check: Ensure battery is fully charged; check for corrosion on the battery terminal(s); check for loose battery/starter cable. If the cables are clean and it good condition and the starter still makes "a feeble little rev", the armature bushings are probably worn and the starter is "dragging" and not spinning fast enough to start the engine. This condition is repairable, but it might be wiser to replace the starter since "dragging" can also cause other damage to the starter. When you remove the starter (and before you buy another) have it checked (usually free) at the auto parts store.

Why does your ecs fuse keep blowing?

There is either a short to ground or an over current condition in the circuit.

There is either a short to ground or an over current condition in the circuit.

What if you put sugar in the gas tank?

Sugar in the gas tank will not cause the engine to fail because sugar does not dissolve in gas. It will get pulled thru the gas line and into the fuel filter(s) and depending on how much sugar is in the tank, will plug the fuel filter sooner or later. This will cause the car to stall or not stay running. You can either replace the fuel filters until the sugar is gone or get the car to a mechanic and have the gas tank removed and flushed out. This is not a do-it-yourself project. You could also drive the car to the mechanic and then have the fuel filter replaced while they are flushing the gas tank.

What does it mean if it just clicks when trying to jump start the car?

Could be,

the engine is seized,

the starter is bad,

dirty or loose battery connections,

battery in vehicle being jumped is stone dead.

When your 1995 Jeep Wrangler won't start why does banging on the center of the dash allow it to start?

There is a loose connection somewhere. Check any fuse or relay boxes, inspect the wires on the back for corrosion or wear.

What is the firing order for a 1991 Chevrolet S-10 4.3L V6?

The firing order for a 1991 Chevy S-10 4.3L V6 is: 1-6-5-4-3-2 Also FYI, cylinder #1 is on the LEFT-FRONT, and the distributor rotation is CLOCKWISE. Ignition timing: TDC. Spark plug gap is .035"

How do you start a car when having starter problems?

Bang it witha hammer but not enough to dent but enough to "jiggle" it

Why would a 97 Wrangler be hard to start when hot and run extremely rough when under heavy throttle?

First change the fuel filter. Check the cat convertor.

Is the temp gauge showing the engine running hot? Could be a water pump prob if so.

second the first answer probably a clog in your exhaust,if not my camaro did something similar it was mass airflow sensor,but if that was the case it would register with computer.

Your 1994 Pontiac Bonneville starts fine but when you let off of the gas it stahls it will start back up What is wrong I changed spark plugs and wires you took off catalytic converter?

Answer: Intermittent problems are very hard to diagnose. Your no start problem may be your fuel pump. Try to check it for pressure during the not start problem. Also, check for spark at the spark plugs. From what you described, your problem could be the coil module, the cam angle sensor or the crank angle sensor.

2001 Chevy S10 - What would cause the heat to stop working and then make the truck stall and then not start?

The heater will stop getting hot when you're low on coolant. If the coolant is low enough the engine will overheat and it will be severely damaged.

What do you do first when you start driving a car?

Before you even get into the car check the path in the direction you will first travel ie: reversing. Now that you know that you vehicle is clear from obstruction you need to unlock the car (if it is locked) then.................. Man come on this is a bit of a what do you eat for dinna sorta question the real answer to your question is get a licence! the rest you will pick up along the way.

When you try to start your 1987 300ZX it won't start you've tried filling it with gas and oil but it won't even make a noise or sputter Can someone help you you would greatly appreaciate it?

Battery or starter. check your battery cables -especially your ground- if they're bad, no juice. I have a 1987 300zx that is having this same problem. Someone suggested that it might have something to do with a switch in the clutch that will prevent it from starting without the clutch pushed in, so is it possible that the switch might be faulty? Is there a way to check or bypass it to rule that out before spending the cash to get a mechanic to replace the starter? There could be air in the gas lines. Bleed the gas lines out. Here's an even easier one: Open up and re-close the rear hatch. If the car senses that the rear hatch is "adjar", you'll get exactly that symptom (it happened to me!) :-) the same thing happened to me with my car you might wanna replace the ECU because if your not getting any noise then your ECU is not sending a signal to the engine

What would cause a Saturn SL2 to turn over but not start on a hot start as in once the car warms up and you turn the ignition off it will not start again but it starts fine on a cold start up?

probably your ECM malfunctioning i just fixed the same problem on an sl1...it was a new starter... the starter over heats and is non op... or try a coolant temp sensor with new connector is a common problem aswell

Where is preheat Renault kangoo relay?

its located under the glove box its the 2nd relay grey

Why does a Car stall when pressing gas pedal?

Could be as simple as needing a tuneup with a new set of spark plugs.

Trending Questions
What should you do when the ignition is locked and you are unable to turn the key on a 1997 Nissan Altima? Is there a way to bypass passtime? Why would everything be powered but the car will not start? Why would your overdrive light be blinking and check engine light be on in a 1992 Suzuki sidekick? Why does a car start in morning but not in HOT afternoon? How many positions does the ignition in a car have? Will car not start because alarm wont deactivate? What does code p0742 mean? Hopw do you change the starter on a Sentra? Why wont your 1984 dodge startengine turns overhas fuel at carb does not have ignition spark? 280zx runs for 10 min then shuts off let it cool off then restart it it will run 5 to 10 min then shuts off again? How do you disconnect the immobilizer on a Peugeot 106 both the red and green lights are permanently on and the car does not start? What is wrong with 1994 VW Golf when you turn on the ignition key and you just hear a ticking sound and sometimes if you try it again it will start to turn engine? What does it mean when the battery light flashes on the dash board of my Land rover Freelander. I replaced the battery about 4 weeks ago and I only noticed this flashing light on my way to work today? Jump the car or get a new battery? What could cause a 1992 Buick Roadmaster that has power to not start? Where is the starter on a 1996 Dodge Caravan? How much to fix or bypass a car that wont start? Why does the Engine turns over slow and wont start when warm? 96 jeep grand Cherokee that shut down you have replaced the coil fuel relay ASD relay fuel pump What else could it be There is no power to the dash board guages fuel pump and ignition system?