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If my car is low on coolant and has a bad gas cap, will that keep it from starting?

I'm trying to figure why my car won't start.

asked by wolfbane (15)

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Neither one of those problems could keep a car from starting, however, they are both inexpensive and easy repairs. A proper coolant lever is very important.

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posted by Mark15 (90)
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No. If it's not starting it's either A) battery B) starter C)ignition D)spark. If your car turns over then it might be a timing issue or even fuel delivery. If nothing happens it's battery/fuse or faulty wiring.

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Running a car that's low on coolant isn't a good idea (a bad gas cap is less worrisome), but that shouldn't prevent it from starting.

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posted by viridis (54)
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Low coolant shouldn't keep the car from starting but a bad gas cap could cause it not to start. If the cap doesn't seal it may not run.

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