{"id":751,"date":"2021-03-29T20:47:05","date_gmt":"2021-03-29T20:47:05","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/?p=751"},"modified":"2021-03-29T20:47:05","modified_gmt":"2021-03-29T20:47:05","slug":"top-4-reasons-why-your-car-wont-start","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/top-4-reasons-why-your-car-wont-start\/","title":{"rendered":"Top 4 Reasons Why Your Car Won&#8217;t Start"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"has-drop-cap\">So, you get into your car, already late for whatever it is you are on your way to, but the engine won\u2019t seem to turn over. Although there are millions of things that can go wrong in vehicles, there are 4 in particular that tend to be the most common culprits. Fortunately, they can all be repaired, and some only take a few minutes of your own time to fix!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-medium-font-size\">Continue below to learn why your car will not start, and what how to determine exactly what the issue might be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large is-style-rounded\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Indianapolis-IN-Auto-Repair-Shop.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"900\" height=\"601\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Indianapolis-IN-Auto-Repair-Shop.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Auto Repair and Service 317-475-1846\" class=\"wp-image-752\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Indianapolis-IN-Auto-Repair-Shop.jpg 900w, https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Indianapolis-IN-Auto-Repair-Shop-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/Indianapolis-IN-Auto-Repair-Shop-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 900px) 100vw, 900px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Auto Repair and Service 317-475-1846<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Your Car Will Not Start? Here\u2019s What Might Be the Problem:<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>Your vehicle is designed with various electrical and mechanical systems that can breakdown or experience interruptions in performance. However, when your car won\u2019t start, or the engine refuses to turn over, you can likely chalk it up to 4 essential auto parts: the alternator, battery, starter, or fuel tank. Of course, it can also be a combination of breakdowns and failures, including among these four car parts. Here is some information that will help you determine what and why for each one:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x2699; <strong>Alternator<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If your alternator is faulty, or is breaking down, you can expect your car to have problems starting. It is common to experience issues with the battery and starter when your car\u2019s alternator is bad, making it more challenging to detect the underlying issue without a licensed mechanic providing the diagnosis. In fact, the signs of a failing alternator are very similar to a dying car battery, including electrical flickering and dimming lights. If your alternator is bad, you will need alternator replacement. &nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x2699; <strong>Battery<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A dead or nearly dead car battery is a common cause behind a car that won\u2019t start. You can try to use jumper cables to re-power your car\u2019s battery; but if that doesn\u2019t work, it is likely that you need a whole new battery. Fortunately, car batteries are not expensive, and they are easy to maintain for many years. If your car battery is new, you might be dealing with a failing starter instead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x2699; <strong>Starter<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As just mentioned, if your car won\u2019t start and it is definitely not a dead battery, it could be a broken starter. Starters are designed to receive electrical currents from the battery and convert them into larger energy in order to power the engine. If it is failing, it cannot do its job, therefore, your car will not start. If your car is making no sounds or vibrations when you turn the key, it is a common sign that the starter is broken.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">&#x2699; <strong>Fuel Tank<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In the best case scenario is that your fuel tank is empty. In fact, the most common reason why people\u2019s cars will not start is simply because they are out of gasoline! Check your fuel tank regularly, and be sure to keep some extra fuel at your home in case you need an emergency top-off to get you to the nearest gas station. In a worse scenario, your car could have a leak or crack in the fuel tank, which will require immediate auto repair.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>Are you having problems starting your car?<\/strong> <a rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/contact.php\" target=\"_blank\">Contact Northeast Auto Service<\/a> at 317-475-1846 for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/services\/auto-repair.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">auto repair<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/services\/scheduled-car-maintenance.php\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">scheduled car maintenance in Indianapolis, Indiana<\/a> you can afford. We work on both domestic and foreign vehicles, and specialize in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/services\/engine-repair.php\">major engine work<\/a>. Request a free estimate, today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p style=\"font-size:19px\"><strong>You Might Also Like:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/how-much-does-alternator-repair-cost\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How Much Does Alternator Repair Cost?<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/how-to-jump-start-a-car-battery\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">How to Jump Start a Car Battery<\/a><br><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/why-is-my-check-engine-light-on\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Why is My Check Engine Light On?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Indianapolis-Automotive-Service-Coupon-2-1-e1609438951615.jpg\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"590\" height=\"265\" src=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Indianapolis-Automotive-Service-Coupon-2-1-e1609438951615.jpg\" alt=\"Indianapolis Auto Repair and Service\" class=\"wp-image-581\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Indianapolis-Automotive-Service-Coupon-2-1-e1609438951615.jpg 590w, https:\/\/www.autorepairindy.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/Indianapolis-Automotive-Service-Coupon-2-1-e1609438951615-300x135.jpg 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 590px) 100vw, 590px\" \/><\/a><figcaption>Indianapolis Auto Repair and Service 317-475-1846<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So, you get into your car, already late for whatever it is you are on your way to, but the engine won\u2019t seem to turn over. 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