THE DRIVER’S HANDBOOK
Battery, starter or alternator: describing a starting fault
A vehicle that will not start does not always need a new battery. Learn which symptoms help a mobile mechanic plan checks and discuss repair options.
Report what happens when you try to start
Describe whether the engine turns slowly, clicks, turns normally without starting or does nothing. Tell us about dashboard lights and when the problem began. These details guide assessment; they are not enough to confirm a failed component remotely.
Explain recent events
Mention repeated flat batteries, a recent jump-start, prolonged parking or recent work. Starting and charging faults can overlap, so a battery replacement may not solve a charging-system problem. Avoid repeatedly attempting to start if something seems unsafe.
Battery replacement is vehicle-specific
Battery specification and vehicle requirements need confirmation. Share your registration and vehicle details before a quote. The required battery and any vehicle-specific procedures influence the work; the website does not promise one universal battery price.
Starter and alternator work need assessment
A starter motor concerns engine cranking, while an alternator is part of the charging system. Fault symptoms can have other causes, including wiring. MECHIGO discusses appropriate checks before recommending replacement and confirms mobile suitability for the vehicle and location.
Prepare for a mobile visit
Provide the exact postcode, safe access to the vehicle and a reachable contact number. Choose emergency assistance for an urgent immobilised vehicle or request a planned visit. Dispatch confirms the quote, parts and availability before work is agreed.