I have about 70k miles on the car now. It has been consistently starting up fine and reliably up until a few days ago. I have a one year old battery in the car.
When I turn the key to start the car, nothing happens, no click or any noise. Only faint sound i can hear is a light whirrring for 2-seconds (i've been told this is the fuel pump priming). All the lights in the car are working properly and headlights don't dim, so I think the battery is holding the charge ok.
I have to try starting maybe 10-20 times until finally it cranks and engine starts up smooth. I need to do this almost each time i let the car sit for an extended period (several hours or more).
Is there a way I can tell what part needs to be replaced and DIY? What instruments or tools will I need? I am reluctant to take it to a shop cause i know costs can run high.
Thanks guys!
When I turn the key to start the car, nothing happens, no click or any noise. Only faint sound i can hear is a light whirrring for 2-seconds (i've been told this is the fuel pump priming). All the lights in the car are working properly and headlights don't dim, so I think the battery is holding the charge ok.
I have to try starting maybe 10-20 times until finally it cranks and engine starts up smooth. I need to do this almost each time i let the car sit for an extended period (several hours or more).
Is there a way I can tell what part needs to be replaced and DIY? What instruments or tools will I need? I am reluctant to take it to a shop cause i know costs can run high.
Thanks guys!