Won't Start in Cold Weather? Find the Cause in 3 Minutes.
If your car won't start in winter, don't rush to take it to the service station.
In this video, I demonstrate a simple step-by-step guide to understanding why your car won't start, starting with the most common and simple reasons and ending with the rarer ones.
00:20 Situation #1. The starter turns sluggishly, clicks, or doesn't turn at all.
00:30 4 Ways to Check the Battery Charge.
01:03 What to Do if the Battery is Dead?
01:20 Situation #2. The starter turns vigorously but the engine won't start. Reasons.
01:30 What to Do if the Spark Plugs are Flooded?
01:55 Checking the Spark.
02:00 Causes of No or Poor Spark. Coils, Wires, Crankshaft Position Sensor.
02:30 What to Do if the Spark Plugs Are Dry? Checking the Fuel Pump and Troubleshooting.
2:55 Water in the Gas Tank. How to Identify and Remove It?