Why Won't an Automatic Transmission Car Start?

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VanLaila
07/29/25 3:36pm
Reasons why an automatic transmission car won't start: 1. Incorrect gear position - the car cannot start if it's in D (Drive) or R (Reverse) gear; 2. Malfunctioning fuel pump; 3. Failure to shift to P (Park) gear before parking, preventing the car from starting; 4. Insufficient fuel or issues with the fuel pump; 5. Battery drain caused by not turning off electrical devices before shutting down the engine. Solutions for an automatic transmission car that won't start: 1. Repeatedly attempt to start or wait a few seconds after the engine runs before starting; 2. Try shifting gears to see if the car can start; 3. Charge the engine battery promptly.
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