If your car won’t start, you are not alone. What you can do immediately is contact us at 800-STOP-GO and investigate the root of the problem. But in the meantime, you can also understand more about the problem you are facing – which is why we are writing this blog today.
We all know that cars are full of moving pieces and electronics, which is why there are tons of reasons behind a malfunctioning vehicle. If your car won’t start, the most probable guesses are a dying or dead battery, loose or corroded connection cables, a bad alternator, or an issue with your starter. Let’s list some of the most common reasons why a car won’t start.
Top Reasons Why A Car Won’t Start
Dead battery
A dead battery is one of the most common reasons why a car won’t start. The majority of drivers finding their vehicles not starting immediately call for battery replacement, or at least an inspection of their batteries.
The average lifespan of a car battery is anywhere between two to six years, but a battery can also die because of the following:
- The headlights, audio, or other lights were left overnight or for a couple of days
- There is a loose wire in the battery
- The water inside your battery evaporated, leading to poor conductivity
- Your battery’s lifespan expired
If none of the electrical components work (including your lights, the radio, etc.), it’s most likely that you are dealing with a dead battery. One way to test and see if the battery is the problem is by jump-starting your car – if it works, you are most likely dealing with a dying battery, and you need replacement or a full inspection from a mechanic in Dubai.
Defective ignition switch
If your battery is working properly but your car won’t start on the first couple of attempts, your ignition switch might be faulty. To narrow down the root cause of the problem, turn on your headlights. If they are flashing, then you likely have a problem with the ignition (knowing that the battery controls the headlights and dashboard).
Faulty starter
A broken starter is another potential issue when a car won’t start – this component is essentially an electrical motor connected to the battery. The key function that it has is to set the engine (its pistons, crankshaft, and other pieces) in motion when you turn the ignition switch on. Once the engine starts, the starter’s job is complete.
However, if a starter goes bad, the engine won’t crank properly or not crank at all. If you notice a clicking noise when you try to start your vehicle, you are probably dealing with a broken or weakened starter.
Clogged fuel filter
Fuel filters can also be the source of a problem with a car not starting. If your fuel filter is clogged, the petrol is probably finding it hard to reach the engine, which is why your car does not burn the fuel it needs to get going.
As a reference, fuel filters should be changed every 15,000 to 20,000 kilometers or at least once per year, so consider swapping your fuel filters the next time you get your vehicle serviced.
Empty gas tank
Even though this is kind of obvious, we wouldn’t want to rule it out. Cars run on petrol, and an empty gas tank means that there is not enough “juice” for your car to run. When driving around all the time, it’s sometimes easy to forget that your gas tank needs to be refueled – so if you see the “E” sign indicating that your tank is empty, it’s simple – visit your nearest gas station to get more gas!
We hope this blog showed you the reason why your car won’t start. Need an immediate repair? Book your appointment now and we’ll make sure your car is safe for the road again as soon as possible!