What To Do When Your Engine Stalls Out

Going for a cruise in your automobile and having it stall in the middle of the highway can not only put a damper on your joy ride, but it can also present a dangerous situation. If you are in the unfortunate situation where your car stalls on a highway, road or even your driveway, follow these tips:‍

Understanding why your car stalled‍

Having your engine stall can be a major pain, as it can put a stop to your ride out in the country and cause problems to your automobile. To help you navigate the roads in the future, you should understand the common reasons why cars stall out. By being aware of these reasons, you may have an easier time making repairs on the fly. According to CarsDirect some of the most common causes of engine stalls include:

• Faulty sensor and electrical component: Like your brain, you car relies on a number of electrical sensors to run properly. If there is a problem with a sensor or electrical component, your car will not receive the necessary information it needs and stalls out.
• Leak in a system: The engine vacuum is another important computer component of your car. Inspect your engine to see whether vacuum lines have been dislodged.
• Crack in the engine: Major problems can occur with your car whether it is old or new. If your engine has a major problem it will cease to work properly.

Pull over to the side‍

The first thing you should do is remain calm. This is important because you don't want to make any rash decisions and get yourself into an accident. As your engine stalls out on you, chances are your power steering and brakes will go out. If your car still has a little bit of momentum going, try pulling over to the side of the road. Make sure to keep your eyes peeled for any coming traffic as not to hit them when you are pulling over.

‍Try restarting the engine‍

Once you have made your way to a safe part of the road, shut down your car and remain in it. This is important because if you exit your car on a busy road, you run into the chance of getting hit by another automobile and seriously injuring yourself. After you have turned off the engine, try giving it another go. Sometimes if your engine sputters out, and it may just need a second to rest. If it does restart proceed to the nearest mechanic to figure out what the problem was.‍

Call for a tow‍

If you have tried to restart the car and you could not figure out the problem yourself, it is time to call a tow truck. Even if you consider yourself a car aficionado, there is no shame in asking for a little bit of help when trying to repair your car.

Contact your car insurance representative and alert them that your engine has stalled out. They can help you find a tow truck that is covered by your plan.