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What is the reason why the Wuling Hongguang Mini cannot start?

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AngeloLee
07/24/25 11:54am
Wuling Hongguang Mini cannot start because of insufficient battery power, at this time the generator needs to be checked. The following is a related introduction about the Wuling Hongguang: Appearance: The exterior is grand and incorporates popular elements. The Wuling Hongguang adopts the currently very popular double-U front face design and a three-dimensional vertical waterfall-style chrome-plated air intake grille, which not only makes the front part look more fashionable and dynamic, but also inherits some characteristics of the GM car series. The eye-catching eagle-eye crystal diamond headlights and feather-shaped crystal diamond front fog lights further enhance the vehicle's sense of grade. Interior: The interior is well-crafted and the space is flexible and changeable. Like many European and American luxury business car models, the interior of the Wuling Hongguang also completely adopts a sedan-style design. The dashboard is simple and eye-catching, and the functional layout of the control panel is reasonable and within easy reach. The combination of black upper and light lower tones and the wrap-around cockpit design add a home atmosphere and affinity.
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VonJuniper
08/11/25 2:53am
Last time my Wuling Hongguang Mini also suddenly broke down, and after a lot of effort, I found out it was due to a dead battery. Does the car show no response at all when starting? First, check if the dashboard lights up—it might just be a poor connection in the key sensing area. I've encountered a false alarm where the charging gun wasn't plugged in properly, causing the range to drop to zero, and I've also seen cases where the small battery terminals were oxidized. If the car starts after a jump but dies again soon after, it's likely an issue with the generator's power supply. Remember to check if the green light at the charging port is on—abnormal charging stations can also lock the car. If you really can't figure it out, don't push it; contacting the after-sales service directly is the easiest solution.
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JaceFitz
09/25/25 4:42am
I was really worried last week when my Wuling Mini wouldn't start. When I lifted the hood and touched the battery, the terminals were actually burning hot! The mechanic later said it was caused by short circuit due to aged wiring. Pay attention to whether the lights dim when starting - if they do, it means insufficient battery voltage. When charging, check if the charging gun clicks properly into place. Once I left it charging all night because the latch wasn't secured properly. If your remote key runs out of battery, remember to press it against the start button for emergency use, and be careful not to trigger the anti-theft mode when using the mechanical key to open the door.
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McDante
11/08/25 6:49am
Systematic troubleshooting for Wuling Hongguang Mini startup failure. Key checks include small battery voltage (dangerous if below 12V), and abnormal charging port temperature sensor triggering power-off protection. The dashboard will flash a key icon when there's key system interference. For automatic transmission, always shift to P gear before starting; for manual transmission, fully depress the clutch. The probability of chassis battery pack failure is actually very low - eliminate these common operational issues first.
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