What Can Be Mistaken for a Bad Engine?

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Several issues are commonly mistaken for engine failure. A dead or weak battery makes the car unable to start, mimicking a seized engine. A faulty starter motor produces clicking sounds that seem like internal engine problems. Clogged fuel filters or failed fuel pumps cause stalling and rough running that feel like engine trouble. Bad ignition coils or worn spark plugs create misfires and power loss resembling major engine issues. Learn what actual engine problems look like and understand the most common causes of engine failure. Proper troubleshooting before assuming engine failure can save thousands in unnecessary repairs.