Not starting after washing

2013 MAZDA 5
304,182 MILES
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BENSON MUSYOKA
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What makes the truck t not start after washing and it's making a cracking sound?
Feb 14, 2022 at 4:52 AM
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Hello,

One of the possibilities is if water gets in the engine or any major electrical components, it will prevent the engine from starting.

Can you please let me know exactly what happened and what you are experiencing?


Another possibility is the battery might be drained. Have you tried to jump start it? A weak battery will prevent the engine from starting. It might make a clicking noise at the starter but not have enough power to start the engine.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-jump-start-car-battery-using-jumper-cables

Take a look at this helpful guide on what to do in an event of no engine start:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-cranks-but-wont-start

Check out the diagrams (below). Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed. Thank you.
Feb 14, 2022 at 8:14 AM