Starter Service
Starter Service at Premier Nissan of Fremont
When you’re running out of the house and trying to get to work, the last thing you want to deal with is a car that won’t start. This can be annoying, as you might have to rearrange all of your plans. If you can’t get your car to start even after a jumpstart, then it’s probably time to have a mechanic look at your starter. At Premier Nissan of Fremont, we can diagnose your vehicle quickly, and from there, our mechanics will be able to get it up and running again.
Schedule ServiceWhat Does a Starter Do?
Your starter is fairly easy to understand as a part, but you might not understand why it’s stopped working. As you drive, age, heat, and other factors can cause it to break down over time, leaving you with an engine that won’t turn over. If your starter is giving you trouble and you’re near Pleasanton, Fremont, or San Francisco, then you can bring your model to Premier Nissan of Fremont.
- What Is a Starter?: The starter lives up to its name, as it has one job. It’s powered by your battery and receives that power from the starter relay. With that jolt of electricity, it’s able to get your car up and running. When it’s working smoothly, you probably won’t ever think about it. If it starts to break down though, you’re going to have trouble going anywhere.
- What About My Battery or Alternator: When your car isn’t starting, most people assume it’s an electric issue. While this could be your problem, if your vehicle’s lights are turning on, you can probably blame your starter.
Is It My Battery or My Starter?
The first sign that your starter is failing is that your vehicle doesn’t start. This is pretty straightforward, but there are a few other signs that point to a faulty starter.
- Check for Oil: If you can see your starter, you’ll want to make sure that there’s no oil on it. If you have an oil leak, it can start to leak onto your starter and damage your parts.
- Your Battery Is Doing Its Job: When your car doesn’t start, you’re probably going to be quick to blame your battery. If you still have lights though, then it could be your starter that’s the real issue.
- Look for Smoke: If smoke is coming out from underneath your hood, there’s a chance that your starter could be overheating.
- Listen for a Clicking Noise: When your starter is nearing its end, you might hear everything from a clicking noise to grinding and whirring, so you’ll want to keep an ear out.
How Do I Repair My Starter?
Usually, when your car is having problems, you can simply drive it to the dealership. Since your starter isn’t cooperating though, you may have to tow your model to Premier Nissan of Fremont. Once it’s in our service department, our mechanics will be able to inspect your starter in order to figure out the issue. If you need a new starter, then our parts department should be able to provide you with a replacement so that your model starts reliably again. If you’re having any other issues with your vehicle, our mechanics are always ready to help.
If you need to get your vehicle up and running again, you can schedule a starter service with our mechanics at Premier Nissan of Fremont.