Why does my car struggle to start after sitting overnight?

If your car has been giving you a hard time starting after sitting over night you are not alone. Cars used in New Orleans are exposed to hot temperatures, high humidity, cold snaps and very rough roads. Here are some reasons you may be experiencing trouble starting your vehicle after it sits over night.

 

 

Engine mechanical problems. 

Engines working in extreme conditions are prone to pre mature wear. The stop and go traffic, humidity and extreme temperatures of New Orleans definitely qualify as severe conditions. Vehicles that did not have regular service are much more likely to develop premature wear. If you notice a loud tapping noise or your engine startup noise sounding louder or faster than normal you may be having engine wear problems.

 

Battery problems. 

New Orleans car batteries see it all, hot, cold, humid and years of rough roads. After three years of use we find that many batteries are prone to failure. If you are experiencing a slower than normal startup or a strain you may be experiencing a failing battery.

 

Fuel system problems. 

All modern car internal combustion engines need fuel pressure, volume and fuel injector pulse to work. Your car relies on pumps, sensors injectors and controls working properly to start up and keep your engine running. If you are experiencing an extended spin before startup after sitting overnight you may be having a fuel system problem.

 

Engine controls and control modules. 

Modern vehicles are very computer controlled. Controls give us great fuel economy and unmatched reliability. When controls are exposed to heat, humidity, and impact from the rough roads of New Orleans they can become un reliable. If your vehicle struggles to start and you see a check engine, or anti theft light lit or flashing your vehicle may be having a control problem.

 

Starter problems. 

Starter motors are electric motors used to crank your internal combustion engine. Over time heat, moisture and use cause starters to wear. If you are experiencing a slow or struggling start after your vehicle sits you may have a starter problem.

A vehicle struggling to start after sitting over night often requires testing from a professional. Sorting through vehicle problems is one of our specialties at Tim’s.

 

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