Single click A single loud click when starting (even after trying to jump-start your battery) is usually caused by a faulty starter motor, starter relay/solenoid or other electrical problem.

Starter motor problems The starter motor is responsible for turning the engine over when you start your car. If this component fails, your car won’t start.

I have tapped the starter motor casing with a hammer and the motor tends to speed up slightly, enabling the engine to start. I have been told that I could possibly take the starter motor off, clean it ...

If your car clicks but won't start, the problem can usually be traced to the battery, and the fix could be as simple as a jump-start or tightening a cable.

She had an engine block heater in her old car. She went to have one installed in the new car, but they advised her to get a car starter instead. I have tried to research this for her, without much ...

In this tech guide CORVETTE FEVER shows you how to troubleshoot common starting system problems in your classic or late-model Chevrolet Corvettes including DIY repairs and buying aftermarket mini ...

When I turn the key to start my 1995 Ford Fairlane and all I hear is the starter motor engaging, but it wont turn over. Any ideas? That’s often a sign that the battery has lost its punch, so start by ...

Does the wrong battery make the starter motor kick out in the Nissan Navara 2013? Just as oils aint oils, batteries aint batteries. The correct battery for your car will not be based on brand, but ...

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