There’s nothing worse than a car that refuses to start, especially if you’re not home. If your vehicle has been giving you trouble lately, then there’s a good chance that you might have a damaged starter or battery. If you want to get to the bottom of the issue, then you can bring your vehicle to our service department at Premier Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Lamesa. With a little bit of time, our mechanics will be able to figure out which part is causing the problem.
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If your engine just won’t turn over, then it might be time to see the mechanic. If you’re near Andrews, Lamesa, or Lubbock, then you can stop by Premier Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Lamesa today.
What Does My Starter Do?: You’ve probably already guessed that your starter starts your vehicle, but you might not be sure how it works. Your starter is a small motor that’s powered by your battery. Your car needs a lot of electricity to get things started, which is why it might refuse to turn on if you have a dying battery.
Ruling Out Other Issues: Have you checked your battery lately? If your car isn’t starting, you should check if your cabin has power first. If it does, then there’s a good chance that your starter is the real reason your car won’t work. When you visit us at Premier Chrysler Dodge Jeep RAM of Lamesa, we’ll be able to test your battery for you.
How Do I Know If My Starter Is the Problem?
There are a lot of parts that can affect your car’s ability to start, so you might not be sure how to tell if your starter is really the problem. Generally, a bad starter will:
Make Loud Noises: There’s a chance that your starter breaks down without making a sound, but generally, you’ll start to hear a whirring or grinding sound when you try to start your vehicle.
Stop Your Car from Starting: If it’s been taking longer for your engine to turn over, then your starter might be the reason why.
Overheat: Since your starter is part of your car’s electrical system, it can cause a lot of problems when it begins to die. If you’re trying to start your car over and over again, then it may cause the starter to overheat. If you see smoke, you should immediately stop messing with your vehicle.
Where Can I Get a New Starter?
It can be frustrating when your car just won’t start, but once our mechanics are finished with your model, you shouldn’t have any problems.
How Did My Starter Become Damaged?: Starters are designed to last for a long time, but this doesn’t make them immune to damage. Your starter might simply be too old to do its job. There’s also the chance that oil is causing your problem. If you have an oil leak, and oil gets on your starter, then it can quickly cause it to break down. You could also have a bad relay, loose wiring, or corroded connections.
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