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How do I start an automatic car without a starter?

The starter in my car was removed by a thief. How do I start an automatic car without a starter?

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Nick Kunze · Updated on
Reviewed by Shannon Martin, Licensed Insurance Agent.
It’s not possible to start an automatic car without a starter. The starter, as its name suggested, starts up the engine and helps it start operating. While there are some ways to get your car started with a bad starter, there is no way to start your automatic vehicle without a starter, at least not that we can safely recommend here.
While unfortunate, you’ll likely need to have your car towed to a mechanic.
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