why won't my car start? dealer said they cant get it started

Asked by Rebecca Jul 22, 2021 at 12:00 AM about the 2008 Chevrolet Cobalt LT Sedan FWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

Took my 2008 Chevy cobalt
to a Chevy dealer and thought
was recall but they said
something about wires its not
recalled.

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munron answered 3 years ago

Recalls on these cars have usually been taken care of years ago, but it never hurts to ask. If the dealer can't find the problem then its most likely something electrica / electronic rather than mechanical. Find a shop that specializes in automotive electrical systems and have them sort it out. It could be as simple as loose and corroded electrical connections. Its an old car and those things break down and a lot of technicians who work mostly on newer cars are not that good at finding those problems. Trust me, I know. I own 4 cars older than yours and most of the problems I have are at least partly caused by deteriorating electrical systems. Luckily I have a technician who is an electrical genius and is able to sort things out. Good luck with your car.

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