2002. Never had this happen with cold weather start before. I have new battery and had plugs and cooling sensor changed. The mechanic has checked the computer diagnostics and gets nothing out of the ordinary. Please let me know what you think
Inspect solenoid connection on the starter. Look for corrosion and that its not loose or broken. Also inspect the wiring connector fo the same issues mentioned above.Then try starting it again. I recently had an issue with a 2005 Impreza which had a poor connection causing it not to start.
If you just hear a click, try this:
This procedure usually works:
·Check the battery cable connections:
Make sure the positive cable, makes a good connection at the battery and at the starter. Make sure the negative cable makes a good ground connection at the battery and (preferably) at the engine.
·Check the battery the simple way, like this:
Turn on the headlights, then try to start the car.If the headlights do not dim or go out, then the battery is likely ok.
·Check the starter and solenoid:
If the wiring looks ok, then look at the starter solenoid for a good connection, and proper voltage at the starter(10 volts minimum while cranking).
If the starter spins and no crank, the problem is most likely the Solenoid's bendix gear is stuck.
Have someone hit (not too hard) the starter while you try to start the car. This usually works by dislodging a stuck bendix gear.
·Make a simple test of the alternator:
If you can, somehow get the engine running, measure the voltage at the battery. It should be at least 13.6 volts to properly charge the battery.
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