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Why is my Toyota Yaris not starting?
When I went to start my Toyota Yaris this morning, it wouldn’t start. It’s never done this before and it's only a few years old. What would cause a Toyota to just die overnight?
Patrick Price · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
I’m sorry to hear you’re having trouble getting your
Toyota
to start. There are several reasons why a Toyota Yaris
would not be starting, but the most likely cause is that the battery is dead.Since it sounds like the rest of the car is unresponsive, you should be able to jump-start it. After that, it should work fine—just make sure you drive it long enough to give the battery time to recharge.
If that doesn’t resolve the problem, you could be looking at one of the following issues:
- Dirty or damaged battery
- Faulty alternator
- Failing starter
It’s pretty easy to jump-start a battery yourself, but for anything else, you’ll probably need help from a professional mechanic.
Once you’ve got your Toyota up and running again, You’ll want to review your
car insurance
policy—that way, you’ll be protected if anything more serious, like an accident, happens. It’s also a great way to ensure you’re not overpaying for car insurance.Thankfully, reviewing and switching your coverage is even easier than jump-starting your battery with the
Jerry
app. Once you download Jerry, just answer a handful of questions that will take you roughly 45 seconds to complete, and you’ll immediately get car insurance quotes for coverage similar to your current plan. Jerry customers save an average of $887 a year.View full answer
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