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More often than not, if your car or SUV is having difficulties starting, it is usually due to a dead or faulty battery. However, if you have a new battery or have confirmed that your current battery is in good shape, chances are that you're experiencing ignition problems and need to bring your vehicle in for service. If your automobile is having a hard time starting, starting roughly, or not starting at all, then it is definitely time to have your ignition system looked at a certified automotive technician.

5 Common Indicators it’s Time for Ignition Service 

Preparation is the key to success at practically anything. Those who prepare the most are the ones who end up doing the best. You might not have thought about preparing for a roadside emergency in the past, but it is something that you should give some consideration.

Know that you are probably going to have to hire a professional to help you with any emergency roadside situation you could stumble into. At the same time, understand that there are some basic things that you can do to improve your odds of success. 

The engine of your vehicle puts out fumes through the exhaust system. When all is working properly, these gases are released into the air, but if there is a leak or other malfunction of this exhaust system, you and your passengers could be in danger of inhaling these toxic gasses. It is very important to know the signs of an exhaust leak so you can get it taken care of right away. Here are some tell-tale signs of an exhaust leak:

• You hear a whistling or popping sound coming from the vehicle's tailpipe.
• The steering wheel shakes while the…

If your car's windshield is chipped or cracked, it may not be necessary to replace the entire windshield. Instead, you can simply have the crack or chip itself covered with a substance that will bond to the glass. This can be done at a private mechanic, or you may be able to bring the car to Jaguar Huntsville for service.

There are many different reasons why your windshield could crack or chip. If the weather gets cold, it could cause it to expand and contract. Ice, rocks or other debris that makes contact with a windshield could cause it…

It’s tough to survive out there in the winter, especially with snow and ice on the roads. Creating a winter survival kit can make it easier for you to handle any tough situation you may find yourself in. At Jaguar Huntsville, we have a few tips to share.

There should be some basic supplies in your vehicle. This includes snow chains, a flashlight, extra batteries, and a first-aid kit. You should also have an ice scraper to get any ice buildup off of your windows. Jumper cables and road flares are a good idea, too. 

For simple tasks such as headlight repair, we at Jaguar Huntsville want you to save money. Therefore, we give you advice on what you can do in order to make sure that your headlights are working well enough for you to see. However, there are times when you may need to see a technician. Those typically involve the more complicated jobs.

One reason to see a technician is if your headlights are noticeably dull for a reason you can figure out. Our technicians will be able to look at the vehicle and figure out why your headlights seem dull. 

Your tires are the only thing connecting your vehicle to the road. That is a strip of rubber just a few inches wide keeping thousands of pounds off the ground and navigating safely through turns! Ensuring that your vehicle's tires are filled with correct air pressure and have appropriate tread levels is one of the most important safety checks you can do for your car. Here at Jaguar Huntsville, we can take a look at your tires and make sure they are still safe for driving.

All tires come with a recommended 'cold' tire pressure. 

The car battery usually gets all the credit for powering all the electrical devices in your vehicle, but it does need some help from your alternator. Here are just some of the functions of the alternator in your vehicle.

Your car's battery will send just enough power to the starter motor so the car turns over. Once started, the alternator sends power to things like the stereo, lights, gauges, air conditioning system, and navigation system. 

Have you ever went out to start your vehicle and were greeted by a clicking sound? If so, you may be facing the problem of a dead battery. The good news is that if you have jumper cables and someone with a working vehicle to assist you, then you can be back on the road in no time.

Jump-starting your battery is not a complicated process. Just attach the positive ends of the jumper cables to the positive terminal of each battery. 

When the tire pressure light comes on in the car, it is time to investigate the problem. Here are a few of the reasons the pressure may have changed in the tires.

During the hottest days of the summer, the hot air temperature could increase the tire pressure until the temperatures drop. In the morning during the winter, the pressure in the car tires may drop slightly but resume to normal as the temperatures rise.