Why Won’t My Car Start?!?

Why it Happens, What To Do, How Much It Costs and How To Talk To an Expert Mechanic About it for Free

Chances are that you have found this website today because you tried to start your car and it didn’t work.  When your car won’t start it can really ruin your day, so let us help you figure out how to get yourself up and running again.  First, start by trying to figure out what is wrong with your car in the first place.  Watch the video below.

James describes the many different reason a car won’t start in this  60 second video.

Some of these problems are cheap to fix, like spark plugs, but others can be VERY expensive!

The scenarios listed in the video above are just a few of the possibilities that can cause vehicle problems resulting in a situation where you can’t start your car.  Considering the complexities of newer vehicles and the various systems that are responsible for ensuring optimum vehicle performance, you probably need an expert’s help.

That’s where we come in.

That really smart guy in the video up there?  That’s James.  And James can help you for FREE.  You can call James, and he will give you advice on what you can do to get your car up and running again.  So we would suggest two things.

#1.  Have you tried to jump your car?  Is it possible that you just have a dead battery?  Try to jump your car first with jumper cables.  If you need instructions on how to do that, click here.

#2.  Did the jumper cables not work or do you want someone to walk you through your problem over the phone?  Then fill out form below to get instant access to James.  James will help you figure out what is wrong with your car and if you DO end up taking your car to a shop, James will make sure you don’t get overcharged.  (For example, spark plugs cost under $100 to fix and replace.  A ruined transmission can cost well over $1000.  Either one of those things could be the reason your car isn’t running, make sure they don’t charge you for both.)  So sign up below so we can send you the phone number to talk to James.

More Technical Information About What Happens When Your Car Won’t Start

Can you imagine how frustrating it might feel when you’re rushing in the morning, you jump into your car, put the key in the ignition and turn. And turn. And turn again.  But nothing happens, in fact, you get more results turning a door knob.  From the standpoint of a car owner if a car won’t start it can mean a whole range of different problems.

With newer cars becoming more complicated than their predecessors, the manner of diagnosing and troubleshooting problems of why a car won’t start also become increasingly challenging.  Keep in mind that potentially anything under the hood and probably much more may be causing the problem and as such the help of a qualified technician becomes more obvious and important.

Potential Signs that Your Car Won’t Start

Sometimes the problem of the car not starting does not happen immediately in the morning.  What’s worse is that you may be able to use your vehicle as you leave the house but when you leave the parking lot it suddenly happens.  For most people the solution would be to call a tow truck and have the vehicle go straight to a qualified technician.

Essentially, some signs may be obvious while others can be neglected leading to more problems than just the car won’t start.  Some signs to look out for that may mean your car won’t start:

1. The engine starter slowly turns while the lights are either dim or don’t work entirely.
2. No reaction from the starter, engine does not turn including the windscreen wipers and the lights.
3. Loud clicking sound as you turn the ignition key to the start position.  Although the starter does not turn the lights and windscreen wipers operate perfectly.
4. Lights and windscreen wipers are working but the engine does not come alive.
5. Starter turns engine strongly but the engine dies out and fails to come alive.
6. The engine turns strongly with the starter but does not continue to come alive.  After a while of repeated attempts a strong smell of fuel is observed.

Common Diagnosis Why Your Car Won’t Start

There is no question that there are a number of reasons why a car won’t start depending on what is causing it.  For most car owners the easiest way to do it would be by trial and error.  Unfortunately if you are in a hurry or in an emergency, dialing a qualified technician still proves to be the fastest and most efficient solution.

It would however be helpful to familiarize yourself with the common diagnosis to make sure you are getting your money’s worth. When it comes to car trouble that results in a situation where the car won’t start, the most common diagnosis to consider can include:

1. Flat or weak battery
2. Faulty battery connections or battery that has reached its dead cycle
3. Possible stuck gear in the starter motor
4. Faulty wiring, ignition switch, solenoid or possibly problems with the starter motor
5. Failed to observe vehicle has run out of fuel
6. Moisture has accumulated in the ignition system
7. Loose or disconnected ignition system wires
8. Disconnected or broken fuel line
9. Engine has been flooded by fuel due to continued start attempts

Car Distributor Problems can Cause Faulty Starts

In very few instances the condition that a car won’t start can be attributed to the car distributor.  However, this does not mean that it can be completely ruled out.  Occasionally during wet weather, the distributor cap can become faulty and prevent the car from starting.   The main cause would normally be attributed to moisture and since electricity and moisture don’t mix, your car won’t start.

The car coil which connects to the distributor can sometimes be the cause of the problem.  Potentially, a shorting or broken coil wire can result in a situation where the car won’t start.  The only way to check this condition is to examine if there is continuity of electricity flowing in the system.  This can be adequately checked by a qualified technician and can be quite difficult to attempt on your own.

Fuel System Problems means a Car Won’t Start

Aside from electricity, another driving factor common to majority of vehicles is fuel.  This means that any problems associated with the fuel system of the vehicle will result in a condition where the car won’t start.  When it comes to the fuel system the fuel pump and relay as well as the fuel filter are the most common components to consider.  These are the most likely sources of potential hindrances to the operation of majority of vehicles.

When it comes to the fuel pump and relay, the most common procedure is to test for fuel system pressure.  The fuel filter on the other hand needs to be tested for clogs that may be preventing the fuel from reaching the engine.  As you can imagine this can be quite challenging to achieve without the help of a qualified technician.  Moreover, it is recommended that you never attempt to do this on your own.

Some of the scenarios here are just a few of the possibilities that can cause vehicle problems resulting in a car won’t start situation.  Considering the complexities of newer vehicles and the various systems that are responsible for ensuring optimum vehicle performance, you probably need an expert’s help.

Once again, we can be that expert for you.  We’ll walk you through the steps you can take and if you aren’t able to fix your car, then we can make sure that when you take in your car to the autoshop that you don’t get over-charged (which, by the way, has a 60% probability of happening).  Really, watch this video below to see how it works.

James will talk with you and tell you what you should do.  He’ll also make sure that you don’t get scammed or tricked by any shops that you take your car into by auditing the other mechanics’ work.  And he’ll speak with you in plain English and not in “mechanic-speak” to explain everything to you.  With your vehicle representing one of your most expensive investments, having a situation where your car won’t start should be left to professionals.  Get in contact with James and he can help you out.  Just click below and we can get your car back up and running.