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There’s never a good time for a vehicle to break down. Not being able to start your car, truck, or SUV is never convenient. There are so many reasons a car won’t start. Here at Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT, the professional technicians in our service department are trained to diagnose car ignition problems. They are experts at troubleshooting vehicle electrical systems. Our mechanics will identify the source of the problem and complete all needed repairs to get your vehicle back on the road. We use genuine Mopar® parts to replace the bad ones, so you know your vehicle will perform at its best.
There are many reasons a vehicle has trouble starting or just won’t start at all. But how will you know what the cause is? There are definite indicators that will help identify the source of the problem.
When you try to start the engine, but don’t hear the starter motor, that can indicate a bad ignition switch or starter motor. The ignition switch controls the vehicle’s electrical systems, so your vehicle’s dashboard lights may flicker or not come on at all. If your vehicle uses a key to start the engine, the key may be hard to turn.
A dead or bad battery is the most frequent a vehicle won’t start. Today’s transportation relies on electricity. Whether the vehicle is gas-powered, a hybrid or all-electric, when no electricity is flowing to the starter, the engine won’t start. You may hear a “click” when you try to start the engine, but the engine won’t turn over.
The purpose of the alternator is to recharge the battery. When the battery is sufficiently charged, the vehicle’s electrical systems run after it has started. When the battery can’t recharge, it can’t supply electricity to those systems. A bad alternator does not mean the battery is bad. If the alternator is failing, your vehicle can stall, make screeching noises, you may smell burning rubber, and the lights may dim.
There are many other reasons a vehicle won’t start. The best way to avoid these issues is to bring your vehicle in for routine service. Be sure to stick to the maintenance schedule that comes with your car. This will help you avoid costly repairs down the road by identifying and servicing any failing parts before your car breaks dow
The professional technicians at the Champion Chrysler Jeep Dodge Ram FIAT service department are here to handle all maintenance and repairs on your vehicle so it will continue to run in prime condition. Our trusted mechanics use genuine Mopar® parts, which carry a manufacturer’s warranty. You can schedule a service appointment by giving us a call or filling out our online service request form.Â
We look forward to taking care of your mode of transportation so you can enjoy it for years to come. While your car, truck, or SUV is being serviced, you can visit one of the many points of interest in Downey, including the Columbia Memorial Space Center, the Downey Theatre, or one of our many city parks.
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