I put in a new starter and battery and my Jeep will not start. Please help me get my Jeep to start.
I own a 2015 jeep patriot it's been running fine then it did not start one day i did not bother the jeep for like a day then i tried to start it it started from then on it would try not to start . i got a new starter replaced the old one . so the battery had a egg like smell . someone told me i needed a new battery so i replaced the battery as well. so i put in the new battery thinking that's all it needed . but no it still did not stat . i took the starter of and on many times to check the wires . but still well not start. I do not know what is going on or what I am not doing right.
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Hi there. Check to see if the wiring to the battery and the starter are tight and clean. A bad connection will cause a no start situation. If the battery cables and wires are all tight and clean, then go in the cab and turn on the ignition switch and see if any thing in the cab works.
If nothing comes on, then check the fuse box for any blown fuses. If all the fuse are good in the cab and under the hood, then the ignition switch needs replaced. If the ignition switch is good and the accessories come on, then either the starter relay in the fuse box has failed or the wires from the starter relay to the ignition switch has become burned or loose. Check the wires from the starter relay on the starter to the ignition switch. If everything checks out to be good, then the ignition switch needs replaced.
If you need further assistance troubleshooting your vehicle, then seek out a technician, such as one from YourMechanic, that can assist you with your no start situation and help you with the power surge.
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The most common reasons a Jeep Patriot won`t start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
The clicking noise you hear may be related to a weak battery that is simply too weak to turn the engine over. when this happens, the battery will direct the power it does have to the starter which engages the flywheel when you turn the key trying to turn the motor over.
The most common reasons a Jeep Cherokee won`t start is because of a bad battery, corroded battery terminals, or a bad starter. Other common reasons a Jeep Cherokee won`t start are a bad alternator and a broken or failing fuel pump.
The most common causes for a Jeep failing to start despite its radio and lights working are issues relating to its battery or other cranking/start-up components, such as the ignition switch, starter, or spark plug. These pieces might be damaged, dirty, or corroded.
The first is to check the wiring from the battery to the starter. They should be looking at voltage drop across the starter circuit. They should also be looking at the starter and neutral safety switch. The second issue may be the key fob is weak.
If you don`t hear clicking when you start the engine, the problem may be a dead battery. If you hear clicking, but the engine doesn`t crank, the starter might not be getting enough electricity. Using your owner`s manual and a voltmeter, you should be able to test functionality.
This lack of electrical current could be because of a failing battery, a bad connection at the battery or even a bad alternator that isn`t properly recharging your battery. Best case scenario, your battery or posts need cleaning.
The most common reasons a Jeep Cherokee won`t start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter. Search our network of RepairPal Certified shops near you to speak with a technician about your issue.
This could be due to power not getting to the ignition switch, a blown fuse somewhere, bad ignition switch, faulty underhood starter relay, faulty transmission neutral safety switch, or a problem with the wiring or connectors that make up this ignition circuit.
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I put in a new starter and battery and my Jeep will not start. Please help me get my Jeep to start.
ANSWER : Hi there. Check to see if the wiring to the battery and the starter are tight and clean. A bad connection will cause a no start situation. If the battery cables and wires are all tight and clean, then go in the cab and turn on the ignition switch and see if any thing in the cab works.
If nothing comes on, then check the fuse box for any blown fuses. If all the fuse are good in the cab and under the hood, then the ignition switch needs replaced. If the ignition switch is good and the accessories come on, then either the starter relay in the fuse box has failed or the wires from the starter relay to the ignition switch has become burned or loose. Check the wires from the starter relay on the starter to the ignition switch. If everything checks out to be good, then the ignition switch needs replaced.
If you need further assistance troubleshooting your vehicle, then seek out a technician, such as one from YourMechanic, that can assist you with your no start situation and help you with the power surge.
I got a new battery new alternator put in but my battery just gets drained I keep having to buy new batterys
ANSWER : This may be a sign of a failing voltage regulator or potentially a bad grounding problem causing a draw on the system. The voltage regulator is a unit that regulates the charging of the battery by the alternator. Often times this will result in the alternator allowing too much power to be delivered to the battery resulting in damaging wires and prematurely sometimes destroying the battery. In other cases it may result in the alternator not supplying enough power to the battery, resulting in undercharging the battery or not charging it at all. In either case, I would recommend having an expert from YourMechanic come to your location to diagnose your vehicle’s charging system.
Fuel pump engages. Batery good, alternator good volts, jump start helps when wont start. Temp does not matter. Intermittent?
ANSWER : Hello. Thank you for writing in. There are several reasons your vehicle may only start when jump starting. The first and most common is a build up of resistance that is causing you to need a boost of voltage to get the engine started. This may be due to poor battery cables, a bad ground connection, a poor starter solenoid, and a couple of other issues. The first thing you want to do is perform a visual inspection of the starting system. Make sure there is no corrosion build up in the battery cables. You can also check the resistance across these wires and make sure you have a solid connection between components. You then want to make sure the starter solenoid is doing its job. It is responsible for taking the small amount of electricity sent by the ignition and turning it into a huge electrical charge that is strong enough to push over the engine with the help of some gear ratios in its favor. Do some more testing, and stick to the basics before assuming its something seriously complicated.
2005 F250 5.4L Gas Will Not Start-HELP Please!
ANSWER : It sounds like you may be having an issue with the starter solenoid or the starter relay. The relay is overload protected, so if the system is trying to pull too much amperage, it will shut down. Also, if the solenoid has failed, it will not send the signal to the starter to engage the motor. There will need to be some diagnostic tests performed to verify that the system is operating within specifications. If you need help identifying and repairing the issue, YourMechanic offers several options. They have trained mechanics that can come to your home or office to diagnose the starting problem so that the correct repair can be made.
Why won’t it start with a low battery and a good jump start connection?
ANSWER : Hi, thanks for writing in. Your battery may not have had enough cold cranking amps (CCA). The volts may be correct but if it doesn’t have enough CCA, it will not start for you.
Batteries that specify cold cranking amps are generally referred to as starting batteries. This specification is the measure of a battery ability to supply a lot of power for a short period of time.
To answer your question, once a battery has lost the CCA, there is no way you can make it start, even by jumping it. Often times people don’t have jumper cables large enough to jump a vehicle without letting it sit for a while. You make look for larger cables because this could help you better next time.
If you would like help servicing your battery, consider having an expert automotive technician from YourMechanic come to your home or office to do the service for you.
could it be the fuel pump please help… please
ANSWER : Hi there. Usually when a car has a hard time starting as you’ve described; it’s more related to ignition system issues as opposed to fuel flow. When a fuel pump is broken, it fails to deliver fuel – period. It’s possible that the fuel pump relay is faulty as well. Since there are several issues that could be causing your troubles, it’s probably best to have a professional mobile mechanic complete a car is hard to start inspection first; before guessing on an incorrect repair and spending bad money.
My car hums when I try to start it on cold mornings. Battery starter and alternator tested and all are fine. I need help please!
ANSWER : A car battery can appear to be 100% "charged" and still be essentially useless. The only way to determine the viability of a "used" battery is to perform a load test on the battery at a professional battery shop or with a mechanic who has a load tester. If the battery passes the load test (even if it marginally "passes" the test, absolutely get a new battery), the starter relay and/or solenoid are checked for power (i.e., is full battery voltage getting to them and is there close to zero voltage drop). If they are getting power, the starter is probably no good because the bendix drive will typically fail after high miles. A completely useless starter, that is one with a failed bendix drive, will test 100% perfect on a starter tester at any of the big box auto stores, simply because those are freewheeling tests with absolutely zero load on the starter. Once you load the starter, as in try to actually start an engine which presents significant mechanical resistance, the starter simply does not work. My advice is schedule a quick no start diagnostic and YourMechanic will absolutely get you up and running without further problem.
My truck won’t start. I put a new fuel pump, cam shaft sensor, cleaned my crank sensor, and put a new battery in it. It will crank but not start.
ANSWER : Check the exhaust system for any leaks before the oxygen sensors. This can contribute to having more oxygen in the exhaust stream causing the sensors to register a false reading. If there is no leaks in the exhaust, then check the engine for any vacuum leaks. Look at all of the vacuum lines, the intake gaskets, and the brake booster. A vacuum leak will cause the engine idle to accelerate fast and also cause the engine to stall when the computer brings the idle down. If you need further assistance with your engine stalling, then seek out a professional, such as one from Your Mechanic, to help you.
