Reasons Why a Car Won't Start

[DeGabriel]

Reasons why a car won't start are as follows: 1. Battery 'cell break' fault: During startup, only the electromagnetic switch of the starter makes a 'clicking' sound, or the first startup attempt results in the starter slowly turning the crankshaft a few times, followed by the electromagnetic switch making a 'clicking' sound again but the crankshaft does not rotate. 2. Starter relay sticking: During startup, there is only a slight 'click' sound with no further response. In this case, pressing the tail end of the electromagnet to force it forward can connect the startup circuit, thereby starting the engine. 3. Main circuit not connected by the power switch: When the ignition switch is turned to the start position, the engine does not start, and there are no other symptoms.