Starter Service in Sweetwater, Texas | Stanley Ford Sweetwater

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Starter Service at Stanley Ford Sweetwater

We’ve all been there. You’re scrambling to get to work since you’re already running late, and by the time you finally get out of the door, your vehicle refuses to start. This can be a nightmare scenario for those who love to be on time, but it’s usually an easy fix. If your car is still giving you issues after a jumpstart though, you’ll want to head to Stanley Ford Sweetwater. A car that won’t start can be from a number of reasons, including an issue with your starter.

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What Exactly is the Role of Your Starter?

Your starter consists of two major parts, the starter motor and the starter relay. When you decide to turn the key, the starter relay transfers power from your battery to your starter so that your engine can roar to life. This is why you can’t drive on an empty battery, as your starter is relying on a burst of energy to work in the first place. If your car isn’t starting, you might be quick to blame the battery, but there’s always the chance that it’s actually your starter giving you issues. If your battery still has a full charge but your vehicle is still struggling, it might be time to have your starter looked at by a mechanic. As frustrating as this repair can be, it’s actually a lot more common than you think. Starters are made to last a long time, but that doesn’t mean that they’re built to last forever.

Signs to Look For Indicating Issues with Your Starter

It’s easy to mistake a broken starter for some other problem with your vehicle. If you’re trying to diagnose it, you’ll want to look for these problems below.

You Have No Other Electrical Problems: If your lights and other systems are working, it likely means that your battery is in decent shape. If your car still can’t start and you’re getting enough voltage, it’s likely your starter.
You Have an Oil Leak or You Notice Smoke: If you pop the hood only to find that your starter is covered in oil, you have a bigger problem on your hands, as there’s likely a leak somewhere. You may also notice smoke when driving if you happen to blow a fuse.
There’s Clicking but Nothing Else: Your starter will usually make sounds when it’s giving out. This could be a clicking, grinding, and even a whirring noise. If it’s extremely damaged, it might not make any noise.

A Quick Repair or Replacement at Stanley Ford Sweetwater

Sadly, you’re almost certainly going to have to have your model towed if your starter isn’t cooperating. This can be annoying, but on the bright side, we’ll be able to fix your car quickly at Stanley Ford Sweetwater. If you’re near San Angelo, Sweetwater, or Big Spring, you can trust that our mechanics will be able to locate, diagnose, and solve any issues that you’re having. If your starter is being affected by some other fault in your car, like an oil leak, we can help you with that as well. Once your starter is either repaired or replaced, you’ll be able to get back on the road without worrying about that horrible clicking sound.

If your starter is clicking away with nothing to show for it, you’ll want to schedule a service with us at Stanley Ford Sweetwater.

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