REASON WHY YOUR CAR WON'T START FROM HUFFINES CHEVROLET PLANO

There's never a 'good' time or reason for your car not to start. There's several reasons it may not be starting, some things you can resolve, but others may need to be addressed by your dealer. Let's take a look.

Your Battery Is Dead

Usually when your car won't start, it's because your battery is dead. When your car is running, the battery is charged by the alternator. The electrical components (radio, dome light, lighted vanity mirror) being left on or a loose wire can cause your battery to die. Your battery may also be nearing the end of its' lifespan, or the battery cables may need replacing. Try getting a coworker or friend help you jump start your car, and head to Huffines Chevrolet Plano for a replacement battery.

SOMETHING IN YOUR ENGINE HAS FAILED

We're all so used to lights on our car telling us what could be wrong, you may not even notice when something is off. Several engine parts can contribute to your car not starting, let's take a look:

• Alternator - A bad alternator can cause your battery not to charge, leaving you with too little power to start your car.
• Starter - A faulty starter can draw more power than needed, draining your battery.
• Spark Plugs - Your spark plugs have a lifespan of about 100,000 miles, so problems are rare. If you're driving an older car, this could be the culprit.
• Fuel Pump - When your fuel pump goes, you can have gas in your tank, but it has no way of reaching the engine.
• Ignition Switch - If your ignition switch isn't working, your engine won't get the signal to start your car.

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