What Are the Reasons for Difficulty Starting a Cold Engine?

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Difficulty starting a cold engine is primarily due to the temperature being hard to reach. Other reasons are explained below. Weak Battery: A weak battery is the most common reason for difficulty starting in cold weather. Affected by temperature, the lower the temperature, the lower the battery capacity. Typically, a battery lasts about 3 years. If the engine is hard to start, the headlights are noticeably dimmer, or the horn sounds weak, it's time to check if the battery is weak. Throttle Carbon Buildup: Difficulty starting in cold weather may also be caused by carbon buildup in the throttle. If the engine doesn't start after two attempts, try pressing the accelerator slightly while starting the engine on the third attempt, or start while pressing the accelerator. This should help the engine start immediately. Afterwards, remember to clean the throttle.