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Troubleshooting questions for a 2007 Toyota Hiace with starting and battery problems

Hey guys! I have a 2007 Toyota Hiace with a gasoline engine at 299,910KM mileage. Lately I've encountered some problems: prolonged cold start, the car won't start, strange noise in the engine compartment, low battery when starting, dimming or flickering lights, and a warning light in the speedometer. Perhaps the engine no longer starts properly. Have any of you had similar experiences and could help me understand what the problem might be? In particular, how did it go with your mechanic? My experience last time wasn't so great... Thanks in advance for the help!

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MarPe2021

Hi, I recently had similar problems with my 2010 Toyota Auris. In my case, it turned out that the fault resulted from a secondary fault in the vehicle's electrical system. So, the cause of the fault was a combination of problems in the starter and the vehicle electrical system. In detail, it was like this: my car's starter motor was stuck and the electrical circuits were partially corroded. My mechanic had to replace the starter motor and replace some of the electrical wiring. Was this a serious fault? Oh yes, definitely! He emphasized that the quick intervention is important to prevent major damage. So don't think you should take it lightly. But don't worry, if you go to a good mechanic, you should have your car back up and running soon. In my case, it worked normally again afterwards!

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ReneHell (Author)

Hey, thanks for the help! It really sounds like this could be a similar problem to my Hiace. Do you remember how expensive that repair was for you? Have you had any trouble with something similar since? Greetings!

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MarPe2021

Hey, no problem, glad I could help! So, the good news first: since the mechanic fixed my car, the engine restart issue has disappeared. It was sorted out great and I haven't had any similar problems since. And now hold on tight: the repair actually didn't cost me a penny! Because the fault was actually a so-called consequential fault in the vehicle's electrical system, it brought the cost down to €0. To be honest, I was probably lucky. Stay tuned and get it checked before it causes serious damage. All the best, my friend!

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ReneHell (Author)

Wow, that sounds fantastic. It would be a dream come true if my Hiace ran that well! I will definitely see a mechanic as soon as possible. Thanks again for your help and advice. I hope I have the same luck. Have a great day!

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