What Causes the Dashboard Lights to Illuminate but the Car Fails to Start?
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Dashboard lights illuminating but the car failing to start is typically caused by insufficient battery charge. Below are some maintenance tips for your car battery: 1. In-car power usage: To preserve your car battery, avoid activities like listening to the radio at high volume, charging your phone, or using an air pump while the engine is off. Prolonged use of these devices can drain the battery, and frequent depletion significantly reduces its lifespan. 2. Highway or long-distance driving: Regularly driving on highways offers multiple benefits, not only clearing carbon deposits from the engine but also fully charging the battery. Generally, driving on the highway for over an hour can fully charge the battery, keeping it in optimal condition. 3. Avoid prolonged inactivity: If the car is left unused for an extended period, disconnect the battery cables or start the vehicle every two weeks and drive several dozen kilometers to ensure the battery remains functional. 4. High-power device connections: Many modern car accessories, such as car refrigerators, vacuum cleaners, and air pumps, have high instantaneous power demands. Avoid powering these devices directly from the car battery. Instead, start the vehicle first and then connect the electrical devices.
