What Causes Intermittent Car Starting Issues?

[VanKai]

Intermittent car starting issues can be caused by the following reasons: 1. Steering wheel in locked position: Many drivers encounter situations where the car won't start and the key won't turn. This usually happens when the steering wheel isn't straightened after parking (at an angle exceeding 30 degrees), triggering the automatic steering lock as an anti-theft feature. 2. Gear not in Park position: For automatic transmission vehicles (AT, CVT, AMT), always ensure the gear is in P position when starting. 3. Smart key battery depletion: If the dashboard displays "key not detected" despite the key being inside the car, the smart key battery might be weak, preventing the system from detecting its signal. 4. Dead car battery: Failure to start could result from battery drain (e.g., leaving headlights on) or expired battery life. Refer to your maintenance manual for timely replacement. 5. Empty fuel tank: If the fuel gauge shows below the red line, the car naturally won't start. Also pay attention to fuel quality.