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Can a bad computer cause a car not to start?

Can a bad computer cause a car not to start?

If the ECU fails completely, it will leave the vehicle without engine management control, and will not start or run as a result. The engine may still crank, but it will not be able to start without the vital inputs from the computer.

What to do if your car computer is no programmed?

If the vehicle was no programmed, you will have to get it programmed at a dealership. If the computer was programmed, then check all of the connections to the computer and make sure that the grounds are hooked up. Check the battery cables to see if they are tight and clean.

How to solve the anti theft system car wont start?

It is another way to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start. Disconnect the positive terminal of the battery for a minute or two. Reconnect it and make sure that both the anode and cathode terminals are tightly attached. It will reset the computer system and your car is likely to kick off.

What happens when you put a new computer in the car?

Q: I put a new computer (PCM) in the car and now it won’t start. I put a new computer box in the car now it won’t start the old computer box was causing problems so I changed it and had a new one shipped and put it in and now and nothing’s happening won’t click current nothing Batteries Not Dead power comes on just won’t start help please

What should I do if my car wont start?

When the security light goes off, turn the ignition off, wait 20 seconds, and then start the engine. These are the most popular ways to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start.

It is another way to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start. Disconnect the positive terminal of the battery for a minute or two. Reconnect it and make sure that both the anode and cathode terminals are tightly attached. It will reset the computer system and your car is likely to kick off.

When the security light goes off, turn the ignition off, wait 20 seconds, and then start the engine. These are the most popular ways to solve the problem of anti theft system car wont start.

Why does my car not start when I plug it in?

If the starting, charging and fuel systems are working, the problem could be inside the engine. A broken timing belt, timing chain or timing gear means you can crank the engine until you drain the battery, and it still won’t start.

What to do with a car without a computer?

I could start the car, disconnect the battery and alternator, and drive around indefinitely with no electrical power at all. They are not cheap to fix. If you are looking for something to play with, an air cooled VW bug or a 60s domestic car/truck would be good. Wha-Who July 5, 2016, 6:41pm #3 VW diesel 1991 and before. MikeInNH

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