Crosse Auto Repair

Let's explore what it takes to start your vehicle's engine. Basically, it boils down to 3 things: spark, air and fuel. If you do not have any one of these, your car will not start. The 4 main car parts responsible for starting a car included: *the battery *starter *ignitions switch *fuel system It all starts with the battery! It provides the initial power needed to start your vehicle. If your vehicle would not start in these frigid temps; perhaps it was a weak battery. Cold weather is so hard on batteries and if it is weak to start with, well you know what happens. The next part is the starter. It CRANKS the engine. Cranking is different that starting. Perhaps you have had your vehicle crank over but wouldn't start. You may have had a bad starter, not a bad battery. Next, the ignition switch turns on the power to the starter. It is located on the steering column. Finally, the fuel system brings fuel to the engine for combustion. For combustion, think spark plugs, fuel ... read more

Signs you may need a new battery: 1. Engine not starting or slow to start- check your connections are tight 2. Erratic or low voltage from the battery- vehicle acts differently and pattern is inconsistent. 3. Corrosion-check for a greenish-grey crumbly buildup on the connections 4. Physical Damage-cracked case or other damage, loose connections can damage the inside of the battery. 5. Age- because batteries go through extreme temperatures, the average battery will need to be replaced every 3 years. Please check your battery/batteries now while the weather is unseasonably warm this week! Trust me, you don't want to be caught off guard and have to replace your battery under less-than-ideal conditions.