'99 TA won't start
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Staging Lane
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From: Las Vegas, NV
'99 TA won't start So here's the problem...the car will not crank over. When you get in and turn the key it just makes a click noise. The dash lights, headlights, and electronics all work. I checked the battery and it's good, I think it's the starter but before I go spend $175 I wanted a few more opinions.
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A LOT of posts like this lately.
BEFORE YOU SPEND ANY MONEY:
Just because the battery shows good voltage doesn't mean it's good. Have the abttery & alternator tested at AutoZone.
Another culprit could be the connection to the starter / solenoid.
If all that looks good, then buy a new starter.
BEFORE YOU SPEND ANY MONEY:
Just because the battery shows good voltage doesn't mean it's good. Have the abttery & alternator tested at AutoZone.
Another culprit could be the connection to the starter / solenoid.
If all that looks good, then buy a new starter.
Also check your main connections to the battery, chasis/engine grounds and make sure all wires are out of harms way. Corroded or loose connections can cause these problems, as well as a short in your wiring harness (due to rubbing or heat).
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Haha, sounds like the problem I was having... Good luck on finding yours mate. Mine took a lot of testing on several parts. Try testing or replacing your Clutch Position Switch. It's only $7 for a brand new one. Just one less part to eliminate from the problem!
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If the clicking is coming from the starter solenoid, I would think starter and take it off and have it tested.
You could check for 12volts at the small purple wire on the solenoid while someone is cranking the key,starter should run no matter if it's Vats related or CluthhPS or neutral position switch if A6 or starter realy- you would be checking these all by checking for the 12v at the purple wire!
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