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Frequent car starting--what to be aware of? Sign up here! Search this forum this category all forums for All words Any words Whole Phrase (search options) Auto Repair Home>> Automotive Repair>> Car Troubleshooting Kite New User Jan 12, 2013, 9:40 PM Post #1 of 4 (1904 views) Frequent car starting--what to be aware of? Sign In Hi everyone; I have a delivery job and almost had my 2000 Mitsubishi Mirage DE sedan stolen yesterday as it was left running during a delivery. I'm not going to leave the car on anymore, which means I'll be starting it 20-40 times a day now. What should I be aware of in terms of added maintenance? (I'm not very car savvy) Thanks! (This post was edited by Kite on Jan 12, 2013, 9:41 PM) MarineGrunt Enthusiast Jan 13, 2013, 2:02 AM Post #2 of 4 (1856 views) Re: Frequent car starting--what to be aware of? Sign In One thing you could do is take the key fob off the key ring and lock it while it's running. I know all it takes is a hammer to the window for someone to get in but at least if the door was locked it might prevent someone from trying. I'm not a professional mechanic like the mods here so could be wrong but I don't think there is really any maintenance to prevent failure on starting a car too much. I guess over time the starter could eventually fail but I wouldn't think it would make much sense to put a new one on for preventive maintenance. A starter can go even if you aren't starting it 20-40 times a day. That's just the way things go sometimes. I'm sure the real mechanics will chime in with better info. Hammer Time Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 13, 2013, 6:05 AM Post #3 of 4 (1845 views) Re: Frequent car starting--what to be aware of? Sign In The ignition switch and starter would take a little extra wear and tear but UPS and the Postal Service has been doing it for years. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ We offer help in answering questions, clarifying things or giving advice but we are not a substitute for an on-site inspection by a professional. Tom Greenleaf Ultimate Carjunky / Moderator Jan 13, 2013, 10:20 AM Post #4 of 4 (1815 views) Re: Frequent car starting--what to be aware of? Sign In Tough call and matters if practical to just leave it running for whatever you are doing or even possible. The USPS and UPS, FEX-EX that I observe always shut off vehicle and lock it. As HT said starter and ignition would take some extra wear. I dare say having the best battery for instant starts could help with the starter. Maybe that lock de-icer (mild lube in it) would help with the key itself in lock cylinder but nothing I can think of for the ignition switch to help. You really might have to replace something or get lucky but chalk that up to a cost of doing your biz, T   Automotive Repair     Auto Body Repair and Refinishing     Heating or AC Issues     Electrical and Wiring     Brake Systems     Car Stereo Repair Advice     General Discussions     Car Making Funny Noises     Engine Fault Codes     Engine Troubles     Exhaust Systems     Steering and Suspension     Transmission Troubles     Tricks of the Trade Automotive World     General Discussions     Antique Car Talk     Car Shows and Events     The Bargin Bin     Motor Vehicle Inspection     Car Care Tips     Traffic Tickets     Gasoline, Motor Oils, Concept Cars and Engines     Auto Insurance, Financing, Leases, Warranties Truck Repair     General Discussions     Truck Engine Repair     Truck Suspension Repair Motorcycle Repair     General Discussions     Motorcycle Engine Repair CarJunky     Open Posting     Board FAQ's     New Board Suggestions

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