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10 Do-it-yourself Ways to Solve Car Starting Problems

Car ignition problems have a knack of turning up during the most inopportune time and in the most inconvenient places – like when you are in the middle of nowhere on your way to an important job interview. Here are ten techniques to troubleshoot this motoring menace:

1. Clean your battery posts. Remove corrosion and dirt in the contact area between your battery posts and the wire clamps that connect to your battery.

2. Jumpstart your car. First of all, carry a multimeter tester in your car. It’s cheap and takes up negligible space in your toolbox. But if you are one of those people who hate to carry one around, the only way to find out if your battery is dead or dying is by jumpstarting with the help of another car. If your car starts without a hitch, your battery is most likely the problem.

3. Blame the ignition switch. If you can be fairly certain that your battery isn’t the problem, blame the ignition switch. Turn the key to the “on” position but not all the way to “start.” If the low battery warning lights on your dashboard don’t light up, then you may indeed have a faulty ignition switch. To confirm your suspicions, turn on the headlights before starting the car. If the headlights don’t dim drastically or turn off completely when you try starting, then you are right about blaming the switch.

4. Investigate the starter. Make sure the starter doesn’t have a loose connection. It’s easy to see the wires that connect to the starter motor, assuming you know what a starter motor looks like. If not, search Google Images for “car+starter+motor.” Now!

5. Check your fuses. While it’s understandable that you are about to blow a fuse by now, try having a little more patience. If your car has a fuse box which is associated with the starting system, you might want to make sure that the problem is not as simple as a blown fuse. You might want to do this before getting your hands dirty with step numbers 1 to 4. Oops, sorry!

6. Test the ignition coil. Use a multimeter tester that can measure impedance. In the absence of a multimeter tester, use your hands to feel if there is any current in the coil when the car is started. Really, a lot of people do this but I don’t recommend it.

7. Inspect the coil wires. Examine the coil wires and see if they are shorted or broken then use the multimeter tester to ensure their connectivity.

8. Wipe the distributor cap. Remove the cap and wipe off any moisture with a clean and dry cloth. Look for cracks and replace when necessary.

9. See if the oil filter is clogged. The oil filter has an average lifespan of about 12,000 miles.

10. Tighten electrical connections. Your car’s fuel injection system has a lot of electrical connections. In simple terms, tighten every electrical connection you can get your hands on under the hood.

If you have already exhausted these 10 easy ways but your car still refuses to start, there could be a bigger problem that requires an expert’s attention. The question isn’t whether you should call a mechanic or a towing service. The question is: If you were on your way to an important job interview, why, for Pete’s sake, did you have to stop in the middle of nowhere and turn off the engine?

by:
Evert Canada

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Star Products Fuel Injection Tester. Each $68.57 Manufacturer: Star Products. Each. TU23PB Fuel injection Tester Customers also search for: Discount Fuel Injection Tester, Buy Fuel Injection Tester, Wholesale Fuel Injection Tester, 042923000420, ToolWeb, Fuel System Pressure Testing Tools

Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $51.95 ? This tester determines if the fuel pressure regulator needs adjusting or replacing. It will allow the mechanic to adjust it to the correct pressure if its is adjustable. It will also tell if other components are bad, such as fuel pump, filter, etc. Has everything to test the following systems: American Motors; Bosch AFC, MPC Euro & Japanese (except C.I.S.); Chrysler Corp.; Ford Motor Co.; GM (except T.B.I); Japanese fuel injection systems. Also works with others using Bendix-type fuel injection or Schrader-type valve, including the small Scrader valve found on both T.B.I. and Multi-Port Fuel Injection systems found on Ford products. ? Dual scale 2-1/2'' gauge, 100 PSI and 7 kg/cm2 ? Comes in heavy vinyl pouch with instructions and specifications By Star Products.

Fuel Injection Pressure Tester by Equus $44.95 The Fuel Injection Pressure Tester by Equus has a large, easy to read 2-1/2 inch dial face with 0-100 psi scale. It has a durable 16 inch gauge hose and 6-foot bleed-off hose with solid brass fittings. Includes Ford, GM, and Chrysler test adapters along with a Tee adapter for import vehicles. Accurately Tests: Fuel Pump pressure, Fuel Pressure regulator, leaking injectors, and clogged fuel filters. Includes instructions in English, French, and Spanish.

CTA Chrysler Fuel Injection Tester $57.95 Test vehicles with TBI and Multi-port fuel injection Features 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) and 3 hose assemblies

CTA GM Fuel Injection Tester $35.95 Test vehicles with Multi-port fuel injection Features 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) and hose with quick disconnect

CTA Ford Fuel Injection Tester $65.95 Test vehicles with TBI and Multi-port fuel injection Features 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) and 3 hose assemblies

SG Tool Aid 2 Gauge Fuel Injection Tester. Each $89.33 Manufacturer: SG Tool Aid. Each. Customers also search for: Discount 2 Gauge Fuel Injection Tester, Buy 2 Gauge Fuel Injection Tester, Wholesale 2 Gauge Fuel Injection Tester, 638570339505, ToolWeb, Fuel System Pressure Testing Tools

Star Products STATU113PB Fuel Injection Tester $63.09 Features and Benefits: This tester determines if the fuel pressure regulator needs adjusting or replacing Allows the mechanic to adjust it to the correct pressure if its is adjustable Identifies if other components are bad such as fuel pump filter etc. Comes in heavy vinyl pouch with instructions and specificationsThis tester determines if the fuel pressure regulator needs adjusting or replacing. It will allow the mechanic to adjust it to the correct pressure if its is adjustable. It will also tell if other components are bad such as fuel pump filter etc. It has everything to test the following systems: American Motors Bosch AFC MPC Euro and Japanese (except C.I.S.) Chrysler Corp. Ford Motor Co. GM (except T.B.I) Japanese fuel injection systems. Also works with others using Bendixtype fuel injection or Schradertype valve including the small Schrader valve found on both T.B.I. and MultiPort Fuel Injection systems found on Ford products. Dual scale 21/2 gauge 100 PSI and 7 kg/cm2.

C.I.S. K-Jetronic Fuel Injection Tester With Case $119.95 Test C.I.S. (Continuous Injection System) found on most late model European cars and Volkswagen models assembled in the U.S. These vehicles are equipped with Bosch C.I.S. K-Jetronic Fuel Injection Systems. This is an in-line pressure tester which indicates problem sources - control pressure regulator, fuel distributors or other specific fuel injection components that may require replacing. Tests C.I.S. Non-Electronic with metric threads, C.I.S./Lamboda Electronic with metric threads and C.I.S. E-Electronic with metric threads. Will not test other Bosch fuel injection systems. Gage measures 2-1/2'' diameter and has dual scale: 100 PSI and 7 BAR. Gage has hang-up hook. Supplied with all adapters, adapter application chart, hook-up and parts schematic drawing, complete instructions and sturdy molded storage case.By Tool Aid.

Master Fuel Injection Tester Kit - Import And Domestic $344.95 Test fuel injection systems on most GMs, including GM TBI, Ford, Chrysler, and Jeep vehicles. Also works on imports, including CIS and CISE fuel systems. With this new kit you can diagnose fuel-related problems, such as a weak fuel pump or restricted fuel filter, and perform leak-down tests. ? Kit includes 0?100 PSI fuel pressure gauge and 35 of the popular OTC fuel injection adapters, each equipped with a quick-connect Schrader valve for safety. Replacement seal kit also includedBy OTC.

OTC Fuel Injection Pulse Tester $161.95 Performs a cylinder balance test when injectors are suspect in engine performance problems. This vehicle-powered tool fires individual injectors in 1/2-second increments in three different ranges: 1 pulse of 500 milliseconds; 50 pulses of 10 milliseconds; 100 pulses of 5 milliseconds. Power and outut lights indicate test activation. Includes wiring harness adapter and instructions.? Not designed for use with Diesel injection

Electronic Fuel Injection And Ignition Spark Tester Kit $25.95 Quickly diagnose ''no start'' and engine miss conditions in the electrical fuel injection and spark plug circuits. Analyze rough running engines. Contains a noid light set to test electronic fuel injection signals and a in-line ignition spark checker shows a duplicate view of ignition spark. Supplied with instructions in a durable, plastic molded storage case. Noid light are supplied to check: Bosch PFI, Ford TBI, Geo TBI, GM PFI, GM SCPI, GM TBIBy Tool Aid.

TOOL AID 58000 Complete Fuel Injection Tester $388.64 The one kit for testing virtually all domestic and imported cars trucks and SUVs with gasoline fuel injection systems. For MultiPort Throttle Body (TBI) and continuous injection systems (CIS). Quick coupler fittings provide easy and fast hookups. Accurately and quickly diagnose fuel injection related problems. 4 foot hose provides more mobility while monitoring fuel injection pressure. Tests current and older models. Supplied with two dual range gauges: 0100 PSI (07 BAR) with hangup hook; 050 PSI (03.5 BAR) for accurate low pressure applications. Includes adapters hoses and clamps. Blow molded case with numbered positions for storage and easy identification of components. Bleedoff valve with 6 feet of translucent hose to safely depressurize system after completion of testing. Complete illustrated instruction manual included.

OTC OTC3398 Fuel Injection Pulse Tester $238.28 Features and Benefits: Power and output lights indicate test activation Includes wiring harness adapter and instructions It enables you to check cylinder balance by firing individual injectors Fires individual injectors in 1/2second increments in three different ranges: 1 pulse of 500 milliseconds; 50 pulses of 10 milliseconds; 100 pulses of 5 milliseconds When testing the fuel injectors precision equipment is needed. This vehiclepowered tool fills that requirement. It enables you to check cylinder balance by firing individual injectors at only 1/2second increments in three different ranges. Which start 1 pulse of 500 milliseconds 50 pulses of 10 milliseconds and 100 pulses of 5 milliseconds. This is a great tester to have.

CTA Bosch Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $123.95 Detects bad fuel pumps, bad pressure regulators, leaking injectors and clogged fuel filters.     Includes: 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) Hose assembly Brass adapters

SUR&R Deluxe 30 Pc. Fuel Injection Pressure Tester Kit $292.95 Accurately diagnose fuel delivery problems Tests include faulty fuel pumps, pressure regulators, fuel lines, check valves, and fuel filters Quick connect adapters with thumb release, push button convenience Extra long, 9 ft. hose included for ease of use inside vehicle cabin Unique gauge cover features suction cup back for attaching tester to window during drivability testing Relief valve included for fuel flow testing View aerated fuel through transparent line adapters Most user- friendly tester on the market

OTC OTC6550 Master Fuel Injection Tester Kit Import and Domestic $475.55 Test fuel injection systems on most GMs including GM TBI Ford Chrysler and Jeep vehicles. Also works on imports including CIS and CISE fuel systems. With this new kit you can diagnose fuelrelated problems such as a weak fuel pump or restricted fuel filter and perform leakdown tests. Kit includes 0100 PSI fuel pressure gauge and 35 of the popular OTC fuel injection adapters each equipped with a quickconnect Schrader valve for safety. Replacement seal kit also included

Gm Tbi Fuel Injection Pressure Tester Adapter $38.95 This adapter is for use with Cat. Nos. 33770, 33900, 33950, 33980, 36100, 36150, 36200, 36250, 37450 and 37600. GM Inline Adapter - Replaces fuel filter with threads on both ends for Throttle Body Injection.By Tool Aid.

Thexton Ignition / Fuel Injection Pulse Tester. Each $39.66 Manufacturer: Thexton. Each. Features Benefits: Bright LEDs for monitoring Solves stubborn problems Boots cover the clips for safety Works with fuel injected or carburetor equipped vehicles, but was designed for current production vehicles equipped wit

Thexton THX138 Ignition / Fuel Injection Pulse Tester $56.73 Features and Benefits: Bright LEDs for monitoring Solves stubborn problems Boots cover the clips for safetyWorks with fuel injected or carburetor equipped vehicles but was designed for current production vehicles equipped with DIS and Fl. This helps to assists in repairs without replacing unnecessary components. Its super bright LEDs allow technician to monitor ignition system and injector pulse to verify intermittent stalling problems. It s simple to use

SG Tool Aid SGT33950 Fuel Injection Pressure Tester With Two Gages $128.94 Test gasoline fuel pump pressure on most domestic and imported fuel injection equipped vehicles. Easy to hook up and read. Kit contains everything to test all GM vehicles with multiport and some throttle body injection (TBI). Test all Chrysler cars with multiport turbos and some TBI. Use on most Ford TBI systems equipped with or without small Schrader test valve. Test all Ford vehicles with multiport fuel injection systems. Includes two gages for more accurate testing:. Large Gage Calibrated from 0100 PSI (07.0 BAR). Large gage can be used for all applications and has hangup hook. Small Gage Calibrated from 050 PSI (03.5 BAR). Small gage provides more detail when pressure will not exceed 50 PSI (03.5 BAR). Full instructions included. Supplied in a durable vinyl pouch for store display and tool box storage.

CTA Master Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $332.95 Checks PFI and TBI systems on most vehicles     Includes: 3-1/2? gauge with dual calibrations (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) 2-1/2? gauge with dual calibrations (0-15 PSI and 0-1.00 kg/cm?) Complete range of adapters and hose assemblies

CTA Basic Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $86.95 Services most USA (except GM TBI) and Japanese systems     Contains: Both large and small Schrader type test fittings, inline and end of line hose fittings 24? hose extension and 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge head with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25 ? 1,000 kPa)

Fuel Injection Tester Adapter Update Kit $63.95 ? Use with any Star F.I. pressure test kit with a quick coupler ? Includes right angle adapters for Ford and GM. Good for those hard to reach places. ? Includes adapter to allow checking Deadhead Pressure on 1/4'', 5/16'', and 3/8'' hose. ? Also Quick Connects for Chrysler and GM vehicles with metal and plastic disconnects. A must have for cars without a Schrader valve. ? Made in the USA By Star Products.

OTC Fuel Injection Pulse Tester. Each $178.6 Manufacturer: OTC. Each. Features Benefits: Power and output lights indicate test activation Includes wiring harness adapter and instructions It enables you to check cylinder balance by firing individual injectors Fires individual injectors in 1/2-seco

Star Products STATU469 Fuel Injection Pressure Tester With Both Schrader Adapters $154.88 Great starter tester. Enables testing all cars with Standard or Small size Schrader Valves. Includes 31/2 special dual gauge (100 PSI 7 bar) with F.I. Manual.

Fuel Injection Pressure Tester With Two Gages In Molded Plastic Storage Case $118.95 Test gasoline fuel pump pressure on most domestic and imported fuel injection equipped vehicles. Easy to hook up and read. Kit contains everything to test all GM vehicles with multi-port and some throttle body injection (TBI). Test all Chrysler cars with multi-port turbos and some TBI. Use on most Ford TBI systems equipped with or without small Schrader test valve. Test all Ford vehicles with multi-port fuel injection systems. Includes two gages for more accurate testing: Large Gage: Calibrated from 0-100 PSI (0-7.0 BAR) Small Gage: Calibrated from 0-50 PSI (0-3.5 BAR) Large gage can be used for all appplications and has hang-up hook. Small gage provides more detail when pressure will not exceed 50 PSI (0-3.5 BAR). Full instructions included. ? Storage case has plenty of room for extra adapters.By Tool Aid.

Fuel Injection & Tachometer Adapter $166.99 Fuel Injection & Tachometer Adapter;

CTA Non-Bosch & GM TBI Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $129.95 Test Chrysler, Ford, GM (non-TBI), Japanese makes, Bosch AFC, MPC, Digijet / Digifant (non-CIS), plus others using Bendix-type fuel injection or a Schrader-type valves, including the small Schrader valve found on Fords.     Includes: 3-1/2? (90mm) gauge with dual calibration (5-145 PSI / 25-1,000 kPa) Hose assembly Brass adapters

Star Products Fuel Injection Pressure Tester with Schrader Adapters. Each $107.3 Manufacturer: Star Products. Each. Features and Benefits: Great starter tester Enables testing on all cars with standard or small Schrader valves The 3-1/2" gauge has a dual scale dial with ranges from 0-100 PSI and 0-7 bar Hook on gauge enables the Tech

Multi-Port Fuel Injection Pressure Tester For Domestic And Foreign Vehicles $127.95 This kit can test the fuel pressure on virtually all domestic and foreign vehicles equipped with multi-port fuel injection. Can also test throttle body injection systems on most Chrysler and Ford vehicles. Includes: ? Adapter for Domestic, Asian, and European vehicles equipped with a standard Schrader test port. ? Adapter for Ford multi-port (EFI) and throttle body systems. ? Adapter for Honda vehicles. ? 4 piece adapter set: 8MM-1.00, 10MM-1.0, 12MM-1.25 and 12MM-1.50 to test most Asian and European multi-port vehicles. ? Assorted hoses, hose barb fittings and hose clamps to test older vehicles. ? 2-1/2'' diameter gage with dual scale - measures 100 PSI and 7 Bar and has a hang-up hook. ? Bleed-off valve and hose to safely de-pressurize system after completion of test. ? Packed in a durable vinyl pouch for store display and tool box storage. ? Complete instructions. ? Not for diesel engines. ? Includes plastic molded storage case.By Tool Aid.

Fuel Injection $81.25 Fuel injection is a system for mixing fuel with air in an internal combustion engine. It has become the primary fuel delivery system used in gasoline automotive engines, having almost completely replaced carburetors in the late 1980s. A fuel injection system is designed and calibrated specifically for the type(s) of fuel it will handle. Most fuel injection systems are for gasoline or diesel applications. With the advent of electronic fuel injection (EFI), the diesel and gasoline hardware has become similar. EFIs programmable firmware has permitted common hardware to be used with different fuels. Carburetors were the predominant method used to meter fuel on gasoline engines before the widespread use of fuel injection. A variety of injection systems have existed since the earliest usage of the internal combustion engine. The primary difference between carburetors and fuel injection is that fuel injection atomizes the fuel by forcibly pumping it through a small nozzle under high pressure, while a carburetor relies on low pressure created by intake air rushing through it to add the fuel to the airstream. Author: Miller, Frederic P./ Vandome, Agnes F./ McBrewster, John Binding Type: Paperback Number of Pages: 120 Publication Date: 2010/08/02 Language: English Dimensions: 6.00 x 9.02 x 0.28 inches

Actron ACTCP7838 Professional Fuel Pressure Tester Kit $59.03 Measures the available fuel pressure with engine running on or off. Features 6ft hose to aid reaching any test point. Handy pouch for storing gauge and adapters. Features adaptors to fit most domestic and import applications. This fuel pressure tester diagnoses drivability problems caused by poor fuel pressure. It features a relief button and 6ft hose to safely dispose of gasoline without disconnecting the gauge. It also works on the throttle body injection with a threaded connection at fuel filter or throttle body.

SG Tool Aid Fuel Injection Pressure Tester. Each $56.14 Manufacturer: SG Tool Aid. Each. Features and Benefits: Works on GM and Chrysler vehicles same as SGT33950, but on Fords, limited to older TBI systems not equipped with small Schrader test valve Supplied with large gauge only Gauge equipped with hang-up

SG Tool Aid Basic Fuel Injection Pressure Tester. Each $33.06 Manufacturer: SG Tool Aid. Each. Features and Benefits: The perfect starter kit for the serious technician Includes adapter for all domestic, Asian and European vehicles equipped with a standard Schrader test port 2-1/2" diameter gage with dual scale and

SG Tool Aid SGT33770 Basic Fuel Injection Pressure Tester $51.12 The perfect starter kit for the serious technician. Includes adapter for all domestic Asian and European vehicles equipped with a standard Schrader test port. 21/2 diameter gage with dual scale and hangup hook. Measures 100 PSI and 7 bar. Complete instructions. Dimension: 10.9 L x 5.4 W x 1.1 H.

SG Tool Aid SGT38000 Comprehensive Fuel Injection Pressure Test Kit $484.06 Features and Benefits: Tests gasoline fuel injection pressure systems on virtually all domestic and imported cars and trucks For multiport throttle body and C.I.S. KJetronic Fuel Injection Systems Bleed off valve with 6 of translucent hose safely depressurizes system after completion of testing Includes two gages with dual ranges: 0100 PSI (07 BAR) and 050 PSI (03.5 BAR) All components connect together easily for fast hook upsThis complete master fuel injection pressure tester for cars and trucks is accurate and reliable and easy to use with a complete illustrated instructional manual. Kit includes: adapters for special applications assorted hoses hose barb fittings and hose clamps to test older vehicles. Comes in a 15 x 10 x 31/4 durable plastic storage case with carrying handle. Case is molded with numbered positions for all components to ensure proper operation and organization.

SG Tool Aid SGT33980 Fuel Injection Pressure Tester with Two Gages in Molded Plastic Storage Case $159.65 Features and Benefits: Test gasoline fuel pump pressure on most domestic and imported fuel injection equipped vehicles Easy to hook up and read Includes 2 gages for more accurate testing Large gage is calibrated from 0100 PSI (07.0 BAR) Small gage is calibrated from 050 PSI (03.5 BAR)Kit contains everything to test all GM vehicles with multiport and some throttle body injection (TBI). Test all Chrysler cars with multiport turbos and some TBI. Use on most Ford TBI systems equipped with or without small Schrader test valve. Test all Ford vehicles with multiport fuel injection systems. Large gage can be used for all applications and has hangup hook.Small gage provides more detail when pressure will not exceed 50 PSI (03.5 BAR). Full instructions included. Supplied in durable plastic molded storage case with carrying handle. Case measures 111/4 x 71/2 x 3 and has ample space for additional adapters and parts.