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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.
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Where is your starter motor in your car?
It depends on the car as it can be located on either side of the engines in different makes. The starter motor can be found lower on the back side of the engine where the engine and transmission meet. The starter needs to engage the flywheel which is where the transmission mounts.
What would be the problem if the starter would keep turning over even when the key is off?
There are a couple possibilities:
If the starter has been replaced and the problem has just begun, check the wiring. It could be that you have crossed the wires to the starter.
If THAT'S not the case, verify that the keyswitch is releasing the starter after you let go. and last, make sure there are no damaged or crossed wires between the keyswitch and the starter.
Why does the Engine turns over slow and wont start when warm?
soundes like your started may be going out or you have a fuel vapor lock problem.
When a car going over 70 mph starts making a humming noise what can it be?
The problem is in the tire balance.Go to your local tire shop and have the tires rebalanced.
answer more that likely is not tire balance tire balance will feel ruff at certain sppeds humming is either tire tread noise on pavement or wind noise but most likely to be tire tread only way to fix is to buy different tires or dont drive at 70 mph,lol
AnswerI don't think it's the tire balance. Humming at higher speeds sounds like a wheel bearing to me. If the sound is less when you're turning one direction, then the opposite wheel bearing is the problem. It's a cheap part and a quick fix; more painless than new tires, which always need to be replaced in pairs at least. Tire problems are way more commonly felt in the steering and suspension, and not really heard.Car will not start on 1990 corolla?
You need to provide more information in order to get an answer to your question. For instance, do the dash lights (check engine, oil, etc.) go on when you turn the key? If not, it could be a battery problem. Do you hear a click when you turn the key? If not, it could be a bad ignition switch or starter. Does the car not start at all, or does it start sometimes? Does it not start on cold starts or hot starts, or both? I've had major starting problems with my 1991 Corolla, so I can sympathize with you. Edit your question by including the specific symptoms and maybe someone will be able to help. Good luck!
How to remove a starter from a 1999 Kia Sephia?
http://www.kiatechinfo.com/ it's free to register and has tons of info on any kia look under the "shop" link to get your answers in Set by set pictures
Might be bad ignition switch?? Check the ground wire as well.
Check and clean if corroded:
The Ground strap/wire from the frame to the engine
The small ground wire from the battery to the body
The Ground wire from the battery to the engine.
the crank shaft sensor is located on the back of the engine on left side above the fly wheel. hope that helps im doing the same thing and this is a comon problem with jeeps. only about 85 bucks to replace it.
What can be wrong with a 87 Trans Am TPI 305 that dies shortly after start up?
Check the throttle position sensor. It tells the computer what the position of the throttle is. If it's loose it can cause a problem. If not loose, measure the resistance across the mid-upper pins and then the mid-lower pin. Exercise the throttle during each measurement. Not sure what you should see for a reading off the top of my head, but it will change if the sensor is working. TPS can also cause idle to raise and lower before finally shutting down the engine. Don't know if you see those symptoms or not. or try the fuel pump and or map sensor. i had the same problem on my 93 ta. it worked
Can a bad starter start the car but still drain the battery over night?
Not likely. The starter would have to stay engaged to drain the battery and that you would hear loud and clear. Check for any light that is on. Dome, glove box, trunk, back-up, under hood, etc. It can also be a stuck relay. Lastly it can be a dead cell in the battery which would require the battery be replaced. If the battery is over 3 years old or has been run down a couple of times it is more than likely your problem.
Check the fuse and connection. There are some cables or something attached to the battery, so I would check the fuse, oil, gasoline, connection, anything you can think of. Otherwise go to a service center.
When it rains your 1999 dodge van won't start?
If a vehicle won't start when it rains or is very wet, it is a clear sign that the ignition wire insulation is old and tired. As a test, you can spray the wires and distributor with silicone spray or WD40. These drive off the water and the engine should start. If I spray wd40 on how long do I wait before I try to start the vehicle
1991 ford 4.9 got fire and fuel wont start?
Find and remove #1 spark plug. See if it is totally clean and not fouled or oily. If so, remove and clean all plugs. With plugs out turn over engine without pressing gas pedal to clean out cyclinders for 20 seconds. Install #1 spark plug wire on a sparkplug clamped in a battery jumper cable tied to the truck body. Put your finger in the #1 cyl sparkplug hole. Get a cohort to crank the motor over while you watch the spark plug fire at the exact same time the engine compresses and tries to blow your finger off the spark plug hole.
My 01 grand am v6 won't turn over but its cranking what could it be?
If what you are saying is that the starter spins but won't turn the engine, the starter drive (also called bendix) is broken and must be replaced.
Sounds like a loose alternater belt.
do you have fire at the plug? if not the cap has coil in it and needs replaced
1994 Dodge Intrepid 3.3 cranks over but no spark?
I don't know what that problem is but if you find out what the problem is could you email me at odellk@wowway.com and let me know!! I have the same problem with my 1994 3.3l intrepid!
I have a 1993 3.3l intrepid that's doing the exact same thing. I've had the crank sensor changed out, the cam sensor changed, checked all fuses and it's still doing it
1996 Pontiac Firebird That won't turn over with the key at all?
Bad resistor on key?
Bad sensor in ignition lock?
Your 2000 Concorde won't start it turns over but won't fire?
The most common cause of this condition is a failed crankshaft position sensor. If you have a tachometer or a scan tool (not a code reader) check for an RPM reading while cranking. An RPM of 0 while cranking usually indicated a failed sensor. If you crank the engine for 30 seconds and if the crank sensor is bad, it will set a PCM code which you can check for using any OBDII code reader.
If you must replace the crankshaft position sensor, I recommend the following procedure to avid great difficulty that can be caused if you break the sensor off in it's bore:
1) Unplug the electrical connector and move the wire clear of the area.
2) Get a fire extinguisher handy. You won't need it, but safety is important.
3) Remove the bolt from the sensor.
4) Try to very gently twist the sensor. If it twists, remove it and install a new one. Otherwise continue:
5) Use a torch to head the sensor and the metal around it to a high temperature. The sensor should catch fire and produce a small yellow flame. Allow it to continue burning until step 6 is complete.
6) Gently twist the sensor back and forth as you pull the sensor out of its bore. The melted plastic will act as a lubricant.
7) Extinguish any flames.
You should coat the new sensor with silicone dielectric (tune-up) grease before installing it. Always verify that you have adequate ventilation before working with fire.
Where is a frontera starter motor situated?
The starter motor is situated just under the manifold on the left hand side of engine bay. Be aware if you want to remove the starter to check or replace,the manifold,accelerator cable fuel rail and air filter along with top radiator pipes and alternator must be removed prior to actually get to it. It isn't the easiest of jobs it does take a few hours. Tools needed are 17mm 19mm sockets and spanners wd40 spray patience and a good swearbox.Be also aware that the top bolt isn't easy to get to because of the bulkhead gets in the way but is possible to reach from under vehicle with ratchet and extension bar.....................Good luck people
battery is dead starter is out out of gas dont have the key in its not in park
Make sure you aren't leaking coolant into the crankcase. The engine will not start while there is moisture inside the distributor cap. Perhaps it was sprayed when you cleaned the engine, perhaps the car ran through some deep standing water and splashed the distributor... in any case, it must be completely dried out before the engine will start and if there is moisture in the crankcase it will condense to the inside of the distributor cap.
"+" to "+" and " - " to " - "
NEVER the other way around.
Note: It is much safer to connect the last "-" cable to somewhere on the car's bodywork away from the second battery. After the car has been started remove that same cable first. Doing it that way will help to avoid sparks causing explosions of the hydrogen gas which is given off from batteries when they are being charged.
Other answersVERY DANGEROUS!If connected improperly:
either from "+" of Battery A to "-" of Battery B
or
from "-" of Battery A to "+" of Battery B
then that would cause the jumper cables to short-out both batteries - boy would they spark, smoke and burn!
Because of the physical location of the starter in relation to the bell housing of the transmission, check for a short at the battery connect at the starter. Make sure that those connections are completely clear of any part of the bell housing and transmission. If that was the last place you worked, I would suspect that is the place to start looking.
Could be the cable is too light for the load i.e. excessive current draw for the wiring size.
Could be a dead short somewhere in the vehicle.
Check for a battery cable grounded out on the exhaust manifold.
