By What does it mean when I turn the key in my car and nothing happens?
If nothing happens when you turn the ignition key to the “Start” position, it means that the starter motor doesn’t turn over the engine. Most commonly this could be caused by a dead battery; read above How to check the battery. The ignition switch could be bad – it’s a common problem.
What are the symptoms of a bad ignition switch?
Signs Of A Faulty Ignition Switch
- Car Won’t Start. If you turn your key and the car attempts to start, but fails, then you might have a broken ignition switch.
- Key Won’t Turn.
- Car Stalls.
- No Noise From The Starter.
- Dashboard Lights Flicker.
How do you fix a car that won’t start when you turn the key?
Try: Cycling the Key If your car turns on but won’t start, turn on the dome light and watch it while you try to start the engine. If the light goes out, it’s a sign the battery is really weak—almost dead. To heat up the battery, terminals and starter, try the “key cycling” trick.
What does it mean when you turn the key and absolutely?
Car is automatic transmission. No lights or anything come on when I try to start it, so it would be flat dead? but in that case jump starting would still work? is that right? it CAN’T be the alternator as the alternator comes into play after the battery starts the car. It’s most likely the battery causing the problem.
What happens when you turn the key on a car?
The process of starting the car begins at the ignition switch in the driver’s cockpit. The key turn completes a small circuit that tells the battery to release power to the starter solenoid. The solenoid ramps up the power given to it and that power causes the starter motor to turn very quickly.
What happens when I turn the key to CR?
If they are dim (or not working at all), chances are the battery is dead and you’ll need a jumpstart. Turn the key to III and check to see if the headlights dim. If they don’t, it means there’s a problem with the ignition or the starter. If they do dim (or go out), the problem lies with the battery.
How to diagnose a no start, turn key and nothing happens?
Steps to Diagnosing a car that you turn key and nothing happens from Chrisfix Video: Check battery charge, and battery connections for corrosion. Tighten battery terminals, and check to make sure headlights work/seem strong/interior lights work. Make sure instrument panel lights up and all lights come on normally (check engine, airbag, etc.)