What can make a car engine not start?
What can make a car engine not start? Engine cranks but car won't start It might be caused by: Flooded engine. Empty fuel tank. Blocked fuel filter. Why does my car engine not want to start? If the engine still doesn't seem like it wants to start, probably fuel is getting into the cylinders and your problems lies somewhere else. However, if the engine runs momentarily and dies, then the problem is that fuel is not getting to the cylinders. Check for a clogged fuel filter, or a bad fuel pressure regulator. What to do if your car wont start...