i ran out of gas and now it will not start

Asked by tonya1988 Jul 27, 2007 at 08:09 AM about the 2002 Volkswagen Cabrio

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I ran out of gas and the motor turned off and now it will not turn over. it is like the battery is dead.

1 Answer

27,945

Hi tonya1988, Sometimes when you run out of gas the dirt in your fuel tank gets clogged in the fuel pump or fuel filter. Have your "mechanic" check these items specifically. Also have him check the charge on the battery in case you left something turned on while the car was sitting. Good luck!

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Mike Bonnell
    Reputation
    1,360
  • #2
    annoymous1234
    Reputation
    1,020
  • #3
    Fkpeach
    Reputation
    920
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Content submitted by Users is not endorsed by CarGurus, does not express the opinions of CarGurus, and should not be considered reviewed, screened, or approved by CarGurus. Please refer to CarGurus Terms of Use. Content will be removed if CarGurus becomes aware that it violates our policies.