Q: I need to start my car with out replacing the airbags my engines fine just not getting the fuel

asked by on February 13, 2017

I got into a wreck my airbags deployed engine us fine but my car wont start it sounds like its not getting fuel I cant afford airbags right now but I have to have a car the buses here only come every2 and a half hour's. They do not run on weekend's. How do I bypass the airbags with out getting new ones, were do I start?

My car has 120000 miles.
My car has a manual transmission.

The statements expressed above are only for informational purposes and should be independently verified. Please see our terms of service for more details

Get an instant quote for your car

Our certified mechanics come to you ・Backed by 12-month, 12,000-mile guarantee・Fair and transparent pricing


Experienced Mechanic?

Earn up to $70/hr

What others are asking

Truck will not go into gear.
The shift linkage inside the transfer case may of broke or came loose from driving the vehicle on the highway in 4x4. I have seen entire transfer cases destroyed inside from driving on the highway locked into 4x4. I recommend...
I get a squeaky noise when I turn right or come to a stop.
The first thing that comes to mind would be lower ball joints. It's not uncommon for ball joints, tie rod ends and brakes to exhibit similar sounding squeaks, although lower ball joints are the most common culprit for squeaking when...
Car shakes, idles roughly, has difficulty accelerating
You may be having problems with the high pressure injectors in one or more cylinders. The injectors tips get clogged with carbon and do not spray good when the engine is cold. The problem may be random and intermittent. You...
Interior lights wont turn off button is broke
It sounds like your interior lights would not turn off, then in trying to turn them off with the dome light switch, you broke the dome light switch (https://www.yourmechanic.com/article/symptoms-of-a-bad-or-failing-dome-light-bulb). If that's the case, then besides the broken dome light switch...
Road noise from the front end. I thought the tires were bad. replaced the tires and the noise is still there?
If you are hearing noise from the front wheel bearings, then you will have a noise that will get louder the faster you go. The noise may get more or less as you turn the wheel left or right. Have...
Could the power steering pressure sensor cause my steering wheel to be hard or hard to steer?
Hello. The pressure switch (or "sensor") (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/power-steering-pressure-switch-replacement) on your vehicle supplies a signal to the engine computer to increase engine idle speed as the power steering line pressure increases. If the switch were bad, what you would notice is the...
My car likes to swerve out of nowhere. I have good tires and they have air. What could be wrong with my car? It's a Dodge Caliber
Hi there. Your description of your vehicle swerving out of nowhere is an indication that something in the front end is loose. It could be worn ball joints (https://www.yourmechanic.com/services/ball-joint-front-replacement). Worn ball joints will cause the vehicle to track/veer with any...
I have a 2004 Pontiac Montana and the air compressor does not work anymore. Could it be a simple fuse replacement?
Hi there. Check the fuses for any blown fuses. If the fuses are good and working, then check the clutch wire to the compressor and see if there is power with the air conditioning switch on high and fan on...
Got new water pump less than 9 months ago. Now boiling sound and overheating smell. Temp says its good
Hello. The overheating issue your vehicle is having is likely not caused by the water pump once again. Though an inspection of your water pump performance should be checked when trying to diagnose this issue. The temperature gauge not going...

Related articles

The Best Used Cars to Buy for First Time Car Owners
Owning Owning your very first car is an exciting time in a person’s life. Likely you want to put a lot of thought and research into the process to ensure you get something that meets your needs, is fun to...
The Best Used Cars to Buy for Short Commutes
If If you’re lucky enough to have a short commute to work, then you need to consider different factors when buying a used car than someone with a lengthier drive (or more time stuck in traffic). Chances are good that...
Which Cars Last the Longest?
The best cars are ones that last the longest without needing much maintenance. The Honda Civic has low repair bills and can rack over 200,000 miles.