What should I do if the car can’t start? Full analysis of popular issues in 10 days
Recently, "the vehicle cannot start" has become a hot topic among car owners, especially in cold weather. This article combines the hot discussion data of the entire network in the past 10 days to sort out the causes and solutions of high-frequency faults to help you quickly troubleshoot.
1. Statistics of popular fault causes across the entire network (last 10 days)
| Ranking | Fault type | Proportion | Typical symptoms |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Battery out of power | 37% | Dashboard flashes/no sound when starting |
| 2 | Ignition system failure | 28% | There is a "clicking" sound when starting but the car does not start |
| 3 | fuel system problems | 19% | Difficult to start but works briefly |
| 4 | Starter damaged | 11% | Scratching metallic sound when starting |
| 5 | other reasons | 5% | Including anti-theft system locking etc. |
2. Step-by-step troubleshooting guide
Step 1: Basic inspection (takes 2 minutes)
• Make sure the gear is in P/N (automatic)
• Check key battery level (keyless start models)
• Observe whether the anti-theft indicator light flashes on the instrument panel
Step 2: Battery test (takes 3 minutes)
• Turn on the headlights to check the brightness
• Try to power on (need to prepare wires)
• Measuring voltage: Charging is required if it is lower than 11.8V
Step 3: Sound identification (key diagnosis)
| sound characteristics | Possible reasons | emergency plan |
|---|---|---|
| completely silent | The battery is completely empty | Power up or replace the battery |
| Single "click" sound | Start relay failure | Try tapping the relay |
| Continuous "click" sound | Battery is low | Recharge or replace battery |
| The engine runs but does not start | Fuel/ignition system | Check oil pump/spark plug |
3. Actual testing of popular emergency skills
According to actual measured data on Douyin/Kuaishou and other platforms:
•Steering wheel unlocking method: When the key cannot be turned, turn the steering wheel left and right while turning the key. The success rate is 89%.
•battery activation method: After turning on the double flash, short press the horn three times to wake up part of the exhausted battery (only for some models)
•Oil pump reset method: Turn the key to the ON position and wait for 5 seconds before starting. Repeating 3 times can solve 34% of the fuel system air lock problems.
4. Recommended preventive measures
| prevention project | operating frequency | cost |
|---|---|---|
| Battery terminal rust removal | quarterly | 0 yuan (homemade baking soda solution) |
| fuel additives | every 5000 kilometers | 50-100 yuan |
| Starter maintenance | every 2 years | 200-300 yuan |
5. Latest industry trends
Recently, many car companies have launched new emergency plans:
• BYD launches "cloud power" service (call for rescue through APP)
• Tesla updates the car system and adds "low temperature start protection mode"
• Sinopec releases special fuel additive for winter, claiming it can reduce cold start failures by 80%
When the vehicle cannot be started, it is recommended to follow the order of "listen to the sound → check the circuit → test the oil line". If the problem is still not resolved, contact professional maintenance personnel in time. Regular maintenance is still the best way to avoid sudden breakdowns.
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