When was the first time my car did not start?
I have had this car for about 6 years now, and this is the first time it has not started (other then me leaving all the lights on all night and it going completely dead). I thought it was something else when all my electronics came one with no problem…
Why does my car not start after sitting for a few months?
After sitting for a few months, your battery (like most batteries would be at that point) has enough power left in it to take care of the low electrical-draw accessories, but not enough to turn the starter over fast enough to start the engine. Everything that you described makes it clear that the battery is extremely weak.
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What to do if your car won’t start?
This might not work if the battery is too old, and/or has been too heavily discharged, but it is worth a try. If that does not work, then you will have to buy a new battery, unfortunately. I strongly suggest that you NOT have the engine jump-started.
How often should you start a car that has not been used?
Leaving a car unused for 3 months—or even 3 weeks—is not ideal. If possible, start your vehicle a couple of times per month when it is not being used. It’s best to not only start the vehicle, but to also drive it for about 10 miles before putting it back in storage.
After sitting for a few months, your battery (like most batteries would be at that point) has enough power left in it to take care of the low electrical-draw accessories, but not enough to turn the starter over fast enough to start the engine. Everything that you described makes it clear that the battery is extremely weak.
What to do when your car won’t start?
Try: Cycling the Key If your car turns on but won’t start, turn on the dome light and watch it while you try to start the engine. If the light goes out, it’s a sign the battery is really weak—almost dead. To heat up the battery, terminals and starter, try the “key cycling” trick.
Why does my car not start when I plug it in?
If the starting, charging and fuel systems are working, the problem could be inside the engine. A broken timing belt, timing chain or timing gear means you can crank the engine until you drain the battery, and it still won’t start.