Why can't an automatic transmission car start?
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Automatic transmission cars may fail to start due to the following reasons and solutions: 1. Reason one: The car battery voltage is low. Solution one: Use a multimeter to test the battery voltage. If the voltage is below 10V, the battery should be replaced immediately; if the voltage is 12V, the battery is functioning normally. 2. Reason two: Wrong gear selection, starting the car in R or D gear. Solution two: Before starting the car, turn the key to the ON position, and ensure the gear is in P or N when starting. 3. Reason three: Severe carbon buildup. Solution three: If the car has driven around 20,000 km, the throttle should be checked and cleaned immediately.
My automatic transmission car wouldn't start, and I was as anxious as an ant on a hot pan, thinking the car was broken. Actually, there are quite a few common reasons. Start by checking the battery; if the battery is dead or old, it won't start, especially in winter when battery performance is poor. There's also the issue of gear position—automatic transmissions must be in P or N gear; sometimes accidentally leaving it in D gear can cause a startup failure. Additionally, the key or anti-theft system might be the culprit—if the key battery is dead or the signal is weak, it can interfere with starting. A faulty fuel pump could also be the issue; if the battery is fine but you don't hear a humming sound, it might be a fuel line problem. Last time, I encountered loose cables, and tightening them fixed the issue. It's advisable to perform regular maintenance, check the battery voltage and gear lock periodically, and avoid panicking when a problem arises.
