What is wrong with my car?

Asked by Artie1944 Mar 07, 2016 at 07:58 AM about the 2006 Toyota Camry LE

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Does not always crank.  Cable was loose - got that fixed.  Ran fine for 1 day. Would not crank, but did have lights.  Next morning, it cranked. Does not have that clicking usually associated with starter issue.  When it will not crank, there is a low whirling sound when key is turned on.

1 Answer

103,735

Your starter may be on the way out. Next time it won't crank, have someone hold the key to the ON position like they're starting the car. As they hold the key, rap on the starter with a hammer. If it suddenly turns over, it's the starter giving you the issue.

Your Answer:

CarGurus Experts

  • #1
    Reelin68
    Reputation
    34,710
  • #2
    Tony Ciccotelli
    Reputation
    19,720
  • #3
    Tony Ciccotelli
    Reputation
    5,710
View All

Find great deals from top-rated dealers

Search

Related Models For Sale

Used Honda Accord
40 Great Deals out of 910 listings starting at $1,599
Used Toyota Corolla
108 Great Deals out of 2,035 listings starting at $2,795
Used Honda Civic
180 Great Deals out of 3,705 listings starting at $1,995
Used Toyota RAV4
108 Great Deals out of 2,083 listings starting at $3,888
Used Toyota Camry Hybrid
19 Great Deals out of 245 listings starting at $5,995
Used Toyota Avalon
4 Great Deals out of 27 listings starting at $4,988
Used Toyota Tacoma
55 Great Deals out of 1,071 listings starting at $8,708
Used Lexus IS
25 Great Deals out of 311 listings starting at $5,900
Used Lexus ES
15 Great Deals out of 195 listings starting at $3,888
Used Toyota 4Runner
10 Great Deals out of 304 listings starting at $9,700
Used Toyota Highlander
32 Great Deals out of 738 listings starting at $2,495
Used Nissan Altima
22 Great Deals out of 716 listings starting at $1,400
Used Honda CR-V
103 Great Deals out of 3,896 listings starting at $1,795
Used Dodge Charger
38 Great Deals out of 645 listings starting at $4,888

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.