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Old 06-09-2011, 09:32 AM
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This started happening a few days ago. I went to start my car one morning before work and the starter would not turn. After work I tried it and it started up just fine. The next day it worked fine as well. Yesterday I tried starting it and the problem came back. I did notice a clicking sound coming from the engine bay. I replaced the starter relay yesterday and it starts but I tried starting it right before I changed it and it started fine. My problem now is that my car is unreliable. Any tips would be great, what else can I check?

Battery and alt seem fine
Security light does not stay on so no vats
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If you have clicking, it could be the battery.

How old is it? Some parts stores can also test them for you now on special cranking testers.
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I had the exact same problem that left me stranded at gas stations and stores at least once a week for a while....it was the battery connections vibrating loose. Even though I could only turn them 1/4 turn tighter the difference was night and day.
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Ignition switch or the clicking sounds like the starter itself is baf
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also check all your grounds straps.




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