Why does the BYD F3 not respond when starting and the starter motor doesn't make any sound?
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The reasons why the BYD F3 does not respond when starting and the starter motor doesn't make any sound are as follows: 1. The motor is broken. 2. The gear is not in neutral when starting. 3. The alarm is not unlocked. Here is some relevant information about the BYD F3: 1. Production Introduction: The BYD F3 is an A+ class passenger car under BYD Auto, officially launched on April 16, 2005. On September 22 of the same year, a launch event was held in Jinan, Shandong, where the initial four models were announced. 2. Design Concept: The design concept of the F3 draws on the successful experiences and models of Japanese and Korean car development. The "MM" design concept (which means maximizing the space for people inside the car while minimizing the space occupied by necessary machinery) runs through the entire design of the F3.
I've been driving a BYD F3 for ten years, and it's common to have no response when starting the engine without the starter motor making any noise. Most likely, it's a battery issue. First, check if the dashboard lights come on. If they don't light up at all, it's definitely due to a dead battery or loose terminals. If the battery has power, then it might be poor contact in the ignition switch—over time, the button contacts wear out in older cars. Also, check the starter fuse in the fuse box, located under the steering wheel. If the transmission isn't in the correct gear, the car won't start either; for manual transmissions, you must fully depress the clutch. Last time, my car had a faulty starter relay—buying a new relay for fifty bucks and replacing it myself fixed the issue. If you still can't figure it out, take it to a repair shop to test the starter solenoid switch.
