Why won't my Dongfeng Peugeot start?
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The reasons why a Peugeot car won't start are as follows: 1. Check if the battery voltage is too low: You can turn on the headlights and some electrical devices to observe whether there are noticeable changes in brightness on the dashboard and interior lighting during the starting process. If you confirm that they dim, it indicates insufficient battery voltage. 2. Excessive carbon deposits in the intake pipe: Too much carbon buildup on components like the throttle valve and idle speed control valve prevents the engine's air-fuel mixture from reaching the required ratio, making the vehicle unable to start. This condition may also cause repeated clicking sounds from the magnetic switch and starter relay. 3. Insufficient fuel supply in the fuel system: This phenomenon is essentially similar to excessive carbon deposits in the intake pipe, where the engine cannot obtain the required air-fuel mixture ratio, resulting in the vehicle's failure to start.
I've been driving a Dongfeng Peugeot for over a decade, and failure to start is all too common. Most of the time, it's a battery issue. Cold winter weather weakens the battery's charge, and if the engine doesn't start or you hear a clicking sound when turning the key, it's definitely a dead battery. I recommend immediately trying to jump-start it with jumper cables—don't force it, as you might damage the starter motor. If it's not the battery, the problem could lie in the ignition system, such as worn-out spark plugs failing to ignite or a fuel pump not supplying fuel. After turning the key, listen for a humming sound—no sound means the fuel pump is faulty. Other culprits might include a malfunctioning anti-theft system or poor electrical connections, so check the battery terminals and key fob battery first. In short, don't panic when this happens. Check the basics before deciding whether to visit a repair shop—doing some troubleshooting yourself can save a lot of money.
