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What could be wrong with my car?
Earlier today I was driving my car perfectly fine then I went to go to the store. I turned the key and it wouldn't turn on. It made the sound like when it starts but it never fully started. If that makes sense. Anyway then I took my brothers car to get gas and put in about 2 and a half gallons just in case. I never know exactly how much gas I have because the gas gauge is broken and I have to calculate the miles I've traveled. I tried starting it again and the same thing. My brother checked the oil and said it was low so I went and got some oil, put it in, nothing again. Then he sad it could be the battery but I just got a new battery about 2 months ago. I mean he's not a mechanic but he knows a little bit about cars. My mom said it sometimes has to have more gas to actually start but if that's not it, what else could it be? I have a '99 subur
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- thebax2006Lv 75 years agoFavorite Answer
If you did run out of gas you need 5 gallons in the tank so the fuel pump can prime and build pressure. After putting more gas in the tank only turn the key to the on position for ten seconds (don't crank the motor over) and then turn the key off. Do this 4 times. It makes the fuel pump run so it builds up fuel pressure. After doing this then try starting the motor. If that doesn't work try holding the gas pedal to the floor just in case the motor flooded. If you always top up the gas tank that can cause hard starting due to a flooded motor. If it still doesn't start you need to check for spark and listen for the fuel injectors to click while cranking the motor over. If you have no spark and no injectors clicking the crankshaft sensor may be bad. If you have no clue how to test any of these things just tow it to the dealer.
Source(s): Mitsubishi Master Tech - RobsteriarkLv 75 years ago
You have a 17 year old car which by your account has been very poorly maintained at bare minimum cost.
On that basis remote diagnosis is impossible as there are far too many variables and likely to be multiple causes.
You're going to have to get a mechanic to examine the car and diagnose the cause(s). It may be a long list of faults or you might get really lucky and find it just needs new spark plugs or ignition coil packs. If so it does not mean that the car will be OK as it's still probably severely overdue for routine maintenance.
You can't just fill up the tank and occasionally change a worn tyre or exhausted battery and expect the car to continue to work reliably.
Look after your car and it will look after you.
- Anonymous5 years ago
Robsteriark is correct. With cars you get out what you put in. They need at least annual maintenance and weekly or fortnightly checks on fluid levels. I would not dream of risking driving a car without a working fuel gauge. So you need a good mechanic to fix your car. It's impossible for us to diagnose the fault as there are too many variables. A well maintained car should be close to 100% reliable. A poorly maintained car will let you down for sure.
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