What Causes a Car to Stall and Fail to Start?
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Reasons why a car stalls and fails to start: Dead Battery: When a car battery is dead, the car may fail to start. There are many reasons for a dead battery, such as lack of water in the battery, battery failure, or prolonged use of the air conditioning. If the car fails to start, the first step is to check whether there is an issue with the battery and identify the specific problem before sending it to a 4S shop for repair. Low Temperature: In cold winter weather, cars often fail to start. This is because, in low-temperature environments, the viscosity of the engine oil increases, reducing the battery's ignition energy and molecular activity. As a result, flammable gases cannot form, making it difficult for the car to start. Engine Carbon Buildup: Carbon buildup in a car engine can lead to various issues, the most common being difficulty starting the car. There are many causes of engine carbon buildup, such as excessive water in gasoline, poor fuel quality, or poor sealing of the valve seat rings. If the car struggles to start, it’s worth checking whether the engine has significant carbon buildup and cleaning it promptly if necessary.