Once you’ve safely refueled your car and need to start the engine again, there are a few things you can do to get the engine running without putting undue stress on the ignition, starter, and battery. It may take several tries to start the engine because no fuel has circulated through the system, so it is recommended not to start the ignition over and over as this will only drain the battery.
Here are a few things to try to start your engine:
Press the accelerator pedal to activate the fuel injectors faster. This will force fuel to circulate through the engine to help the vehicle start.
Turn the ignition to the “on” position without starting the engine. Doing this several times will allow the electric fuel injectors to start circulating fuel without consuming high energy supplied to the battery.
Make sure the car has enough time to cool down. Running out of fuel can cause the fuel pump to overheat and fail, and it may take some time for its temperature to return to normal operating temperature, even after refueling.
You might think that there is little chance of running out of fuel. But these things do happen, especially if you are stuck in traffic for a long time. Your best bet is to be prepared, so if you are going on a long trip or bad weather make sure you are fully fueled.
We also recommend that you always fill the fuel tank at least a quarter full. This way, the engine will only drink clean fuel and not the dirt at the bottom of your tank. You should also use Maxxrecovery Fuel System Cleaner regularly to keep your fuel system clean and to improve the condition of your vehicle’s engine.