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What is the reason for the car not starting and the dashboard flashing?

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ArianaLee
07/29/25 10:10am
Car not starting and dashboard flashing is due to a dead battery. Battery function: When the engine is not started, the battery supplies power to all the electrical devices in the car, and the battery is also responsible for starting the engine. Engine function: The engine can drive the generator to operate, at which time the generator can charge the battery, and the generator can also supply power to the electrical devices in the car. Ignition system operation: The starter needs to operate, the fuel supply system needs to operate, and the ignition system needs to operate. All these systems cannot function without electricity. Precautions: When starting the engine, the battery needs to release a large current. If the battery performance is poor, it may result in difficulty starting the engine or even failure to start.
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