About two weeks ago, despite previously working fine, my 2000 Toyota Avalon XLS started having problems starting.
The starter itself sounds normal. I notice no problems with any of the lights or electronics inside or outside of the car (eg. radio/air conditioning works normally).
Many times however, it just doesn't seem to ignite. Watched some videos on how to pump the accelerator, and it worked once, but other times it doesn't work just to the point of frustration.
There's some gas in the car, so I don't think a lack of fuel is the problem.
And I left it alone for awhile, and it started today. Was going to take it to the dealership but it was closed.
I was wondering if this could possibly be a quick fix, like just fixed with a jump or something, or if I could narrow down what the problem is.
Would love to get the car back starting reliably, its kind of a kick to your plans when all of the sudden your car won't start.
The starter itself sounds normal. I notice no problems with any of the lights or electronics inside or outside of the car (eg. radio/air conditioning works normally).
Many times however, it just doesn't seem to ignite. Watched some videos on how to pump the accelerator, and it worked once, but other times it doesn't work just to the point of frustration.
There's some gas in the car, so I don't think a lack of fuel is the problem.
And I left it alone for awhile, and it started today. Was going to take it to the dealership but it was closed.
I was wondering if this could possibly be a quick fix, like just fixed with a jump or something, or if I could narrow down what the problem is.
Would love to get the car back starting reliably, its kind of a kick to your plans when all of the sudden your car won't start.
Aug 31, 2014 at 9:17 AM
