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Old Mar 23rd, 2008, 05:18 PM   #4 (permalink)
zakgord
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Im not really sure. But it sounds like there is enough voltage, if the battery is at 12v. So, that moves us to the clicking noise.

I don't know enough about the ignition and starting system, but clicking sounds are usually relays or solenoids. There may be one of those in the ignition system, so that could be where the click is coming from.....when you turn the key for ignition. Or, it could be the actual starting solenoid is working and clicking.

If thats the case, then the starter is not receiving the voltage or malfunctioning. Im not sure how to check that. Should be able to remove the electrical harness to connected to the starter and probe it with a multimeter. Should detect a voltage there. Are you familiar enough with multimeters and how to check electrical circuits? Or you can leave it connected and back probe the wires/electrical connection to see if it reads proper voltage when someone turns the key for you.

Again, I don't have the experience or knowledge of this system to fully explain or walk you through. But that's just my thought process on how to fix it. Dont know if I really helped any. Good luck.
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