my stick-shift car won't start unless i push it what should i check?

Answer 1

Usually the starter.

Answer 2

Does it crank at all? If not, and you have the clutch pushed down, check the safety over ride switch on the clutch. It won't let it start without the clutch pushed on a stick shift. To start it and get it to the dealer to be fixed, you can put a jumper wire across it, but DO NOT leave it that way because now it can start in gear and cause damage. If the switch is functioning as it should, look to a bad starter. You can take off the negative battery terminal, remove the wires from the starter, remove the 2 or 3 bolts holding it in and take it to your parts store. They can probably test it for you, and sell you a rebuilt or new one if you need one. Installation is the reverse of removal.

Answer 3

You're gonna have to describe ALL the symptoms for an accurate answer.

Answer 4

battery or starter

Answer 5

if u mean the cluch, thats normal