If your Toyota is not starting, there are a number of possible explanations. Your problems might range from problems with the battery to a part that has worn out over time, such as the starter or the ignition. Whatever the underlying culprit, it's important to address the problem as soon as possible. Our skilled technicians will gladly take a look at your vehicle and help your Toyota get back out on the road as soon as possible. If you want to figure out the cause on your own, consider these common possible explanations.
Battery Problems
The battery is one of the most common reasons for a Toyota to stop working. If the battery dies, you will need to get a new one, but you might be able to jump-start the car rather than having to call a tow truck. You can test the battery's power level at home to see how much strength it has left. You might also determine whether or not it's time for a new battery based on the battery's age. Most will last 3-5 years, and some can last even longer. If it's been a few years since the battery was changed, you might be due for a new one. Leaving the car lights on can also drain the battery.
No Fuel
Before you contact a technician for repairs, you may want to check the fuel tank. The fuel tank may register as full if it's not if the fuel gauge breaks. Conversely, a broken fuel gauge may also register that the tank has gas when it doesn't. If the fuel gauge breaks, you'll want to have the car inspected and fixed by a technician to ensure you don't get stranded with an empty tank.
Bad Ignition
The ignition contains coils that deliver a spark to the engine. The spark is usually delivered to the engine when you turn the key in the ignition or press the start button on the car's key fob. If you have a key fob, the internal computer can also develop problems that prevent your Toyota from starting.
Broken Starter
Many vehicles have an electric starter that signals the gearbox and the engine to start up when you attempt to start the car. While starters are more reliable now than they were in the past, they can still have problems. The starter can fail with age, or it can lose teeth on the flywheel or drive gear.
Fuel Filter Clogs
Fuel filter clogs that develop in the engine can prevent the car from starting. The engine's fuel filter should be checked and cleaned around 20,000 miles to ensure it can allow adequate amounts of fuel into the car's fuel system.
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