what does it mean when your car cranks but wont start?
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When your engine cranks but won't start or run, it could mean your engine is having trouble producing a spark, getting fuel, or creating compression. The most common causes are problems in the ignition (for example, a bad ignition coil) or fuel system (for example, a clogged fuel filter).
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If the engine starts but dies immediately, your alternator probably isn't keeping your battery charged. If a jump starts and keeps your car running, but the car can't start again off of its own power, a dead battery is likely your answer.
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A starter that's failing may crank the engine too slowly for a quick start, or it may not crank the engine at all. Often, the problem is not the starter but a low battery or a loose or corroded battery cable connection. So, check the battery charge and condition first.
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While there are a variety of reasons your Lexus LX470 won't start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
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Fortunately, there are various indications and symptoms that your battery may need replacement: Slow engine crank: When you attempt to start the vehicle, the cranking of the engine is sluggish and takes longer than normal to start. You'd best describe it as the “rur rur rur” starting noise sound.
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The clicking sound could happen when the starter motor isn't receiving enough power due to corroded battery terminals. ... The clicking sound could also be due to a frayed wire or loose battery cable ends. Loose battery ends can interfere with the connection, preventing the vehicle from starting.
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['Dim headlights. ... ', 'Clicking sound when you turn the key. ... ', 'Slow crank. ... ', 'Needing to press on the gas pedal to start. ... ', 'Backfiring.']
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Bad Battery Symptoms If the cranking of the engine is sluggish, like your vehicle is harder to start on cold mornings, it starts inconsistently, or there's no sound and interior lights when you try to start, suspect a failing battery, a loose or corroded connection or electrical draw.
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Signs the Battery is Dead: When you attempt to start the car, there is a low whining sound. If jump starting gets your engine started and running, but the car will not start again once you turn it off, the battery is probably the problem.
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If you jump start your car and it will start, but the engine dies right after the jump then it is most likely the alternator. (Note: Do not try to test the alternator by removing the negative battery cable with the engine running.
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You might surmise that when your car runs out of gas the engine simply stops running, but it typically doesn't happen that way. Most often the car will show signs of "fuel starvation" that include engine sputter, intermittent power surges, and perhaps even engine backfires.
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A bad starter won't drain the battery itself, but attempting to start the motor with a bad starter can. If the engine is trying to turn over but fails to and you can hear it getting slower, that is a result of draining the battery. ... How do I test my starter solenoid?
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Fuel Issues If your Kuga isn't getting enough fuel, or any fuel at all, it may have a bad fuel filter, bad fuel pump, or bad fuel injectors. Without the proper amount of fuel getting into the combustion chamber, the Kuga will crank, but not start.
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['When you attempt to start the car, there is a low whining sound.', 'If jump starting gets your engine started and running, but the car will not start again once you turn it off, the battery is probably the problem.']
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While there are a variety of reasons your Cadillac ATS won't start, the most common 3 are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
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["Dead battery. A dead battery is the most common reason why a car won't start. ... ", 'Battery corrosion. Corrosion on your battery can spell trouble. ... ', 'Bad starter motor. ... ', 'Bad timing belt. ... ', 'Broken or cracked distributor cap. ... ', 'Bad ignition coil. ... ', 'Clogged fuel filter.']
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When you attempt to start the car, there is a low whining sound. If jump starting gets your engine started and running, but the car will not start again once you turn it off, the battery is probably the problem.