# Battery, starting and electrical problems

Every battery, starting and electrical symptom we cover, with its most common cause and how urgent it is.

## 4 battery, starting and electrical symptoms

| Symptom | Most common cause | Verdict |
| --- | --- | --- |
| [Why does my car battery keep dying?](/symptoms/car-battery-keeps-dying) | Old or worn-out battery | Drive to a shop this week |
| [Why does my car click but not start?](/symptoms/car-clicks-but-wont-start) | Weak or discharged battery | Drive to a shop this week |
| [Why won't my car start?](/symptoms/car-wont-start) | Weak or dead battery | Drive to a shop this week |
| [Why are my headlights flickering?](/symptoms/headlights-flickering) | Failing headlight bulb or HID ballast | Drive to a shop this week |

## Other symptom groups

- [Exhaust and smoke](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/exhaust)
- [Engine](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/engine)
- [Brakes](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/brakes)
- [Cooling and overheating](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/cooling)
- [Transmission](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/transmission)
- [Steering and suspension](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/steering)
- [Tires and wheels](https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/tires)

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Source page: https://diagxcar.com/symptoms/electrical
General information, not a substitute for a qualified mechanic.