Why Won’t Your Car Start?

A car that refuses to start can be frustrating and inconvenient, especially when you don’t know the cause. Many issues can prevent a car from starting, ranging from minor electrical problems to major mechanical failures.

Common Reasons Your Car Won’t Start

1. Dead or Weak Battery: Often the most common culprit. A flat or failing battery can leave you stranded.
2. Starter Motor Issues: The motor responsible for turning your engine over may have failed.
3. Ignition System Faults: Problems with the ignition switch, spark plugs, or wiring can prevent the engine from firing.
4. Fuel System Problems: A clogged fuel filter, faulty fuel pump, or empty tank can starve the engine of fuel.
5. Alternator Failure: A failing alternator may not charge the battery, leading to electrical issues.
6. Key or Immobilizer Issues: Modern cars with key fobs and immobilizers can experience synchronization problems.
7. Broken Timing Belt: This critical component can prevent your engine from turning over.

What to Do If Your Car Won’t Start

1. Check the Basics: Ensure the battery is connected and the fuel tank isn’t empty.
2. Avoid Excessive Cranking: Repeatedly turning the ignition can damage your car further.
3. Book a Professional Inspection: A trained mobile mechanic can quickly diagnose and fix the issue without the need for towing.

What We Inspect and Repair

• Battery condition and voltage.
• Starter motor and alternator.
• Fuel system, including pumps and injectors.
• Ignition system components.
• Engine and timing belt condition.
• Key fob and immobilizer functionality.

What to Do If Your Car Won’t Start

1. Check Your Battery: Ensure cables are secure and look for corrosion.
2. Try Starting in Neutral: If it works, the issue might be your gear shifter or neutral safety switch.
3. Listen for Sounds: Clicking sounds point to the starter motor, while silence might indicate electrical issues.
4. Book a Mobile Mechanic: Avoid DIY risks and let professionals diagnose and fix the issue.