Why Can't the Car Gear Shift Engage?

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Reasons why the car gear won't engage: No fuel in the car: If the fuel gauge shows below the red line, the car naturally won't start. Water and mud in the fuel tank can also cause this issue, so it's advised to always refuel at reputable gas stations. When traveling, you can use a gauze wrapped around the fuel nozzle to filter out impurities. Dead battery: This could be due to leaving the headlights on for an extended period, resulting in a drained battery, or the battery may have reached the end of its lifespan. Incorrect gear shifting: For automatic transmission cars, the gear must be in P (Park) or N (Neutral) when starting. If it's in R (Reverse) or D (Drive), the car won't start. Some manual transmission cars also won't start if the clutch isn't depressed. No antifreeze added: This can cause the entire cooling system to freeze, potentially cracking the engine block, preventing the car's water pump from functioning, leading to failure to start and damage to other engine components.