Louisville German Auto Repair

It's embarrassing and inconvenient if your car won't start. There are many reasons why a vehicle won't start, and commonly it's an indication of a starter failure. Many factors affect starters, for instance, eroded connections, wiring issues, and your car's battery status. Here are some common signs of a failing starter. Noise A clicking, grating or humming noise when starting your car may well be the first sign of starter trouble, but not all failing starters are noisy. In general, any abnormal noise should be investigated as it usually predicts trouble. Lights Both your car's battery and starter need to be functional for the vehicle to start. If you attempt to start your vehicle but only see dashboard lights without a response from the engine, you should check your starter. The illuminated lights indicate that the battery is not the problem. Smoke An overheated starter may smell like smoke, or you may see smoke coming from the engine. Failure to jumpsta ... read more