What to Do When the Car Battery Is Dead and the Engine Won't Start?

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SilasAnn
07/29/25 9:24pm
The solutions for a car battery being dead and the engine not starting are: 1. Check the spark plugs, as they are crucial to the car's ignition system. The performance of the spark plugs directly affects the overall working performance and efficiency of the vehicle; 2. Battery depletion: The characteristic symptom is that the starter begins to turn but lacks sufficient power, eventually making only a clicking sound without turning; 3. Fuel flow obstruction: The characteristic symptom is no oil pressure in the engine's fuel supply line. This situation often occurs on extremely cold mornings due to long-term dirt accumulation in the fuel line. At very low temperatures, water and debris mix, blocking the fuel line and preventing the engine from starting. The solution is to place the car in a warm environment for a while, allowing it to start, or to thoroughly clean the fuel line to resolve the issue permanently.
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