Improving Starter Reliability Tucson Drivers Need

Technician testing an SUV starter and battery system before a mountain drive along Catalina Highway near Tucson

Vehicle starter failure during mountain climbs is primarily caused by heat soak and electrical resistance from desert dust. To avoid being stranded on the Catalina Highway, you must perform a load-based diagnostic test, specifically checking for voltage drops over 200mV, before leaving the valley. I have outlined the exact workflow to verify your starter’s integrity […]