Quick answer
Car Starts Then Dies: the most common causes are fuel pump weak, immobilizer not recognizing key transponder after battery replacement, crankshaft position sensor intermittent failure losing engine position signal. Metre Per Second (KPHB, Hyderabad) diagnoses the exact fault and repairs it same-day — typical work runs ₹1,000 – ₹2,000, with free pickup and drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty. Call +91 8555824915.
What causes Car Starts Then Dies?
These are the faults we most often find behind this symptom on cars driven in Hyderabad's heat and stop-go traffic:
- Fuel pump weak – provides enough fuel to start but can't sustain idle
- Immobilizer not recognizing key transponder after battery replacement
- Crankshaft position sensor intermittent failure losing engine position signal
- Vacuum leak causing massive air/fuel imbalance at idle
- Mass airflow sensor completely failed causing ECU to cut fuel
Repairs & indicative pricing (INR)
| Repair | Indicative price |
|---|---|
| Fuel system diagnosis | ₹1,000 – ₹2,000 |
| Immobilizer reset & programming | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 |
| Crankshaft sensor replacement | ₹2,000 – ₹5,000 |
| Vacuum leak diagnosis | ₹1,000 – ₹2,500 |
| MAF sensor replacement | ₹2,000 – ₹8,000 |
Final price depends on diagnosis. We share a written estimate before any work — no surprises. Free pickup & drop across Hyderabad, OEM-grade parts and a 1-year warranty.
Frequently asked questions
My car starts for 2 seconds then shuts off — what's the problem?
Starting then immediately dying is a classic symptom of immobilizer issues (especially after a key fob battery change or car battery replacement), or a failing fuel pump that provides just enough fuel to fire but not sustain. If the security/immobilizer light flashes after shutdown, it's the immobilizer. If the engine sputters before dying, it's fuel delivery. Metre Per Second diagnoses both same-day.
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Why Hyderabad drivers choose Metre Per Second
- Factory-grade diagnostics — we read the real fault, not just a generic code.
- Free pickup & drop across all of Hyderabad — KPHB, Kukatpally, Miyapur, Hitech City, Gachibowli, Banjara Hills, Secunderabad and more.
- 1-year unconditional warranty on parts and labour.
- Transparent, written estimates — typically 30–50% below authorised dealers.