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A loose battery cable can cause no spark at the plugs, it can also cause your car not to start.
Some newer cars need a min. 10 volts to run. Dirty cables can cause the same problem too.
answerdefinetly yes a loose cable stops proper voltage getting to where it needs to be tighten cable and see if that fixes problem loose cable will also prevent proper recharging of battery
What else can I help you with?
Do bad spark plugs cause a battery to go down?
No, that will have no effect on the battery.
Why does the ignition start sometimes and not others?
there are many things that can cause this problem. bad spark plugs / wires bad alternator ignition problems loose or corroded battery conection incorrect timing
When 1994 ford ranger good battery but wont start?
Sounds like either loose or corroded battery terminal or bad fuseable like
Why would a diesel car struggle to start with new battery?
Possibly one or more bad glow plugs. try replacing your glow plugs.
What would cause a 1998 Mazda B3000 to not start after it has been sitting The engine will turn over fine but it will not fire?
Spark plugs not producing enough spark. Battery doesn't have enough charge. Old fuel.
Why will not a 1991 fifth avenue new yorker not keep running when starting it?
just from what ive heard it could be the battery cable loose or spark plugs may be bad.
What would cause your car to not start?
if the battery isn't dead, or the terminals loose or dirty, number one cause - ignition problem (spark plugs not getting electricity)
How to replace spark plugs on Grand Vitara 2000?
Disconnect the battery, remove the spark plug covers and cable, and remove the old spark plugs. Put in the new spark plugs, replace the covers and cable, and reconnect the battery.
Car won't turn over?
Engine seized? Dead battery? Loose or corroded battery cable? Bad starter? Bad starter solenoid? Bad neutral or clutch safety switch?
Do bad spark plugs cause a battery to go down?
No, that will have no effect on the battery.
How do i replace spark plugs on 1998 Isuzu Rodeo?
Disconnect the battery, remove the spark plug cable and covers, and remove the old spark plugs. Put in the new plugs, put back the covers and cables, and reconnect the battery.
Will a bad alternator cause new spark plugs to smoke?
Spark plugs don't smoke. A bad alternator would cause a dead battery.
What could cause intermittent hesitation in a car?
Intermittent hesitation in a car could be caused by many things. The fuel filter, the EFI, and spark plugs might be the cause. A loose wire can also cause this. Newer cars have many plugs and connectors that could have come loose.
How do you change spark plugs on pontiac fiero?
To change the spark plugs on a Pontiac Fiero, first ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the spark plug wires, noting their order for reinstallation, and use a spark plug socket to unscrew the old plugs. Inspect the plugs for wear, then install new plugs by hand to avoid cross-threading, and tighten them to the manufacturer’s specifications. Finally, reconnect the spark plug wires and the battery cable.
How do you replace the spark plugs in a 2006 Saturn Ion?
Disconnect the car battery cable, remove the spark plug cables, remove the spark plug boots, and remove the old spark plugs. Next, put in the new spark plugs, replace the boots and cables and reconnect the battery cables.
How do you change spark plugs on my Chevy Astro van?
To change the spark plugs on your Chevy Astro van, first, ensure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the ignition coil or spark plug wires carefully to access the spark plugs. Use a spark plug socket and ratchet to unscrew the old plugs, then clean the area before installing new plugs, making sure to gap them according to specifications. Finally, reconnect the ignition components and the battery cable.
How change spark plugs on a 1998 Buick century?
To change the spark plugs on a 1998 Buick Century, first, make sure the engine is cool and disconnect the negative battery cable. Remove the ignition coil or spark plug wires to access the plugs, then use a spark plug socket and ratchet to unscrew the old plugs. Before installing the new plugs, check and adjust the gap if necessary, then thread them in by hand and tighten them securely. Finally, reconnect the ignition components and the battery cable.
