5 Reasons why your vehicle will not start.
You are on your way to that important meeting or simply meeting a client when all a sudden you find out your vehicle does not want to start.
There could be several reasons as to why your vehicle will not start. The first thing that comes to your mind is a dead battery.
1. The most common causes for a dead battery is the following:
• Headlights was left on for too long or playing the radio for an extended period
• The Battery is due for replacement
• Battery Corrosion
• Bad Alternator
Jumpstart the vehicle to test if the battery is the problem or it could be the alternator having trouble to charge. If you do not know how to Jumpstart your vehicle:
2. Bad / Faulty Starter
The Main function of a starter is to start up the combustion engine.
The most common causes of a faulty starter are the following:
• Faulty Solenoid switch
• Battery Corrosion
• Loose wiring
Visit the link below for symptoms and troubleshoot of a faulty starter:
3. Faulty Ignition Switch
The ignition switch is used every time to start the vehicle and it is common for it to wear out over time. Putting the key in the ignition switch and starting the car feels like second nature.
Symptoms of a failing ignition:
• Vehicle will not start
• Key will not turn
• Vehicle stalls
• Dashboard lights are flickering
• Starter motor not turning
But what happens when you turn the key and it cranks but does not start?
Why does the engine crank, but will not start?
• Low Fuel in the tank
• Faulty spark plugs
• Compression problems
• Dead/ Faulty battery
4. Clogged Fuel Filter
The filter catches dirt/debris and ensures that the fuel delivery system stays clean and prevents the fuel injectors from clogging.
A clogged fuel filter will add pressure on the fuel pump, preventing the amount of fuel to reach the engine.
Common symptoms of a clogged filter are the following:
• Lack of engine power
• Engine misfire
• Engine stalling
• Check engine light pops up
5. Empty Fuel Tank
If this is the case, you are not the only person to drive with an empty/low fuel tank. Driving with an empty fuel tank can do some serious damage to your vehicle, specifically your fuel pump.
Why driving with an empty/low tank is bad for your vehicle?
• Debris build-up
• Wears out the fuel pump
• Stalling of the vehicle
• Vehicle pumping air
To prevent damage to your vehicle and avoid costly repairs, make sure your fuel tank is always sufficiently filled.
Also view:
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