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It’s one of the worst things to happen to a driver. Turn the key in the ignition, and then nothing. Your car won’t start. Whether it’s in your driveway or the parking lot after dinner, there’s not a good time for your car not to start.

Roadside Assistance and Why Your Car Won’t Start

What you do when your car does not start usually starts with calling roadside assistance and then guessing the problem. So many things may need to be corrected with your vehicle if it won’t start, including a bad or dead battery, a starter, motor problems, and a bad ignition switch. A bad or dead battery is the most common reason for a car not to start. Suppose your car does not start because of the battery. In that case, you can jump it yourself or take the vehicle to an auto repair shop and replace the battery. If you have a bad alternator, it’s related to the battery. The alternator charges the battery, so if it fails, your battery will not be charged, and your engine will not start. Dead batteries and alternators aren’t the only things that can go wrong with your car and stop it from starting. The starter motor can be the reason your car does not start. To determine if the problem is your starter motor is easy. If the lights come on when you turn the ignition, then you’re sure your starter motor is working. Any sort of sign of electrical failure could also indicate a starter motor problem. If the problem isn’t our starter motor, it might be the ignition switch. If you have a bad ignition switch, the starter motor runs to start the engine. You may also have flickering or dying dashboard lights. When you notice any of the signs above that you’re having problems starting your car, you need to take your car to an authorized mechanic as soon as possible. The longer you wait, the more repairs your vehicle will need.

Bring us your car

If your car has any of the above symptoms, it’s time to go to the mechanic. Seattle’s premier full-service shop, Jeff’s auto customers like family and customer service. Our ASE-certified technicians are here to serve, and because of that, we have locations in Seattle, Seapoint, Renton, and Lynnwood, Washington, for your convenience. Returning your vehicle in the top shape and keeping it that way is a priority. We offer a 24-month/24,000-mile warranty, so you can have a peace of mind knowing that your repairs are done right the first time. Give us a call today at one of our three locations to make an appointment.