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The car can be started but does not turn on, why?

09 April 2025
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Motor vehicles such as cars should have a maintenance schedule or routine care. This is because, in a four-wheeled vehicle, there are many engine components that affect performance. If not maintained, one common problem is that the car can be started but does not turn on. Why does this happen? Check out the following review. 

1. Problematic Fuel System 

One issue that can be easily checked is the fuel system. In this case, there are two possibilities that could cause this. It could be that the gasoline or diesel fuel has run out. However, it could also be due to a faulty injector cable or other system components. 

For the first possibility, you can check the fuel level by looking at the car's tank. If there are no issues, the problem might come from a fuel line leak. 

You can check by looking at the bottom of the engine. If the problem comes from the injector, there is a possibility that the component is burned, detached, or broken. 

2. Dirty Spark Plugs 

The next problem if the car can be started but does not turn on could be due to the condition of the car's spark plugs. It can be said that spark plugs play an important role in generating a spark in the starter system, allowing the engine combustion process to occur normally. However, if the spark plugs are dirty due to lack of maintenance, then the spark cannot be produced. 

Problems with the spark plugs can also be related to worn or damaged components. If so, you will definitely need to replace them with new ones. 

It is important to note that if only one spark plug is damaged, the car can still start. But if almost all are damaged, then the risk is that the spark plugs need to be replaced immediately and regularly (at least every three months).

Read Also: Tips for Recognizing Signs of Damaged Car Spark Plugs

3. Weak or Malfunctioning Battery 

When talking about the starter system, this component will definitely come up. A car can be started but not turn on due to the battery's performance not being optimal. 

The battery can become weak over time, so its condition is not optimal and needs to be replaced. It is advisable to check the condition first. Who knows, it might just need cleaning or there could be a broken cable. 

Read Also: 7 Good and Durable Car Battery Brands

4. Car Battery is Weak or Even Dead

Similarly to the battery component, the battery also plays a significant role in the car engine's starter process. Again, there are two possibilities that can occur. It could be that the battery power has weakened or the battery is dead. 

The optimal battery voltage will help the ignition process start faster; conversely, the starter may take longer. 

Generally, a weakened car battery can occur due to high driver intensity. Thus, it needs to be recharged using certain tools. In this condition, the battery is not completely dead, but it will allow the car to be started but not turn on. If it is completely dead, then it is clear that the engine will not be easily activated. 

In optimal conditions, the starter process will perform many series of effects that will activate the car engine. However, if there are problems with several devices such as the battery, spark plugs, and fuel system, then the engine will not turn on. Perform regular checks and maintenance on the engine to prevent issues from continuing.

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