Q: I have no engine oil in my car is this why my car is not starting ?
i have plenty gas in my car but is not starting but my battery works ..my lights ..my radio ..and window work great .. but I have no engine oil is this why my car isn't starting
My car has 188000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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