For future reference. If the video starts with a "what's up guys so I was at Walmart..." They don't have the solution just the same problem. Thanks for going straight to the troubleshooting tips man 🙏
I wish I had learned all this at 18. That first sound at begin of video happened to me yesterday! I believe it was the starter! I was lucky enough to have a mechanic come out the grocery store and I should’ve asked if I had a dirty solenoid or if my starter need the banging to release the pin (the jam?). Anyhow, I’m thankful that people like you make videos like this! It’s so important. I get frazzled when I’m vehicle doesn’t start! I feel panicked! Worried!
I just had a single click from my 99' Crown Victoria LX, new battery and cables. Starter may be bad then. Thank you for being clean and clear on your troubleshooting video! Stay safe!
I understood everything, got fast clicks and my mechanic said bad starter and I said I think battery isn't giving enough amps. I knew it. Working on vehicles is a hobby of mine and I like your clear explanation. Carlos Longoria US NAVY Veteran Belleville, KS 👍
I've listened to a few of videos about this issue and yours was the first that was direct and descriptive for me to understand. I normally don't comment but I appreciated your video.
For people that are having problems like this, another trick that works to know if the relay has gone bad, is to jump the two bolts with an isolated screwdriver (0:50), if the starter works, the problem might be the relay itself, a fuse that controls the relay, or the "s" cable that sends the signal from the ignition key to the relay itsfel. I'm currently waiting on a friend's tester to see if my S cable or relay is my actual problem. Starter working just fine.
Thanks Sir for the info, My starter delay wasn't getting enough juice from my battery, so I cleaned both connector, who were too rusty, and boom it started like a new car. Thanks again for the info and thank you TH-cam.
@@dreambigbigger1622 dirty throttle body, anything doing with choking has to do with either air flow sensor or dirty throttle. 80% of the time. Unless you already had issues then it could be anything like bad mix ratios or blown sensors.
Thanks, a lot of other guys were overcomplicating it, I just wanted to know what one click at the solenoid/starter meant and you answered the question simply and logically, thanks again!
Holy smokes! I think you just solved what's wrong with my motorcycle. The battery is brand new and everything lights up BUT the bike won't turn over. Instead, it's making the rapid "clicking sound" you mentioned which makes me suspect that it's the relay, not the starter. I already ordered the starter, and it's not hard to put in, so I will swap them both out.
Man.. thank you - just replaced starter and came out next day to straight clicking. Then tried again and had the fast clicking. Just changed battery connections. Now I know I most likely need a new battery. Thank you!
You are an absolute homie. I need to replace my battery and solenoid because my lights and everything are dim, and the clicking is rapid and at the top of the engine but very faint. I applaud you my friend, 10/10 from a friendly Canadian 😊
Thank you so much! My solenoid in my 1969 mustang was making the rapid clicking and i thought it was just bad. Sure enough, I charged the battery up and fired right up.
It's funny you say that because we have since sold that home and we live full time on the road and spend most of our time in Florida and Yuma Arizona. So we did trade that cold day for something warmer. LOL
All your tips were good but you forgot one of the most important tips. Corrosion .001 thick will cause the same thing as if the starter is bad which there’s absolutely nothing wrong. I’ve experienced this problem myself a few times troubleshooting vehicles . Clean both battery post and starter hook up and cable ends
you know, my grandpa just mentioned the jam to me last night. i replaced my starter yesterday since i replaced my alt recently, and it started to click on the first start of the day, or just sitting for a couple of hours after i replaced it. it didn’t start at all 2 days ago, and he told me it could be the bendix not coming out fully or i didn’t wire it correctly. hopefully that’s the problem i just can’t check cuz of hurricane ian. love and appreciate the video!
Great video although just for your record the hammer tap trick on the starter only works if you have 2 people. One in the driver seat to start the car and another guy underneath the car tapping the starter with a hammer. If it was only you there then obviously it would not work because you need 2 people!
Thankyou so much!!! My f250 was randomly not starting and I didn’t know why. It did it again and my wife needed it to go to work. I watched this video and noticed it was locked up. Used a ratchet on the alternator to get good leverage to turn the belt and it started right up🤠
I reacently fixed my Ford Ranger XLT 1997, the starter made just ONE click when turning the key. I bought the car for 500 dollars, but the Owner said the starter needed to be replaced. I digged deeper into this fix, i thought it was wierd With One click. so i looked under the Hood and just wiggled at the starter cables Down onto the starter! And i just jumped into the car and turned the Key and it started right up! Try this before you buy a New starter or any other parts!
if your battery is fine check the wires.follow the +and -,look for any loosen wires.my fiat had this problem,it was disconnected ground(-) wire from the engine.the ground wire from the battery goes to the body and from the body goes to the engine,and last thing check the starter motor. 1.check the battery 2.check the wires 3.check the starter motor
4:30. Make sure you get a good starter not a good warranty. The store brand at Autozone and O'Reilly are trash. I got a new Bosch on Rock Auto for a good price. Same with alternators.
Check for the most obvious and simple first! I had installed a new battery 6 months prior. Now all I heard was a fast clicking sound. A jump start worded but seem to not hold a charge. The + and - had no corrosion and showed the battery terminal protector paste to prevent corrosion. However went checking the cable connection I was able to slightly wiggle the cable on the + side. The bold felt tight, so I used a wrench to really force the bold till the cable connection on the battery would not move at all. Next stated the car without any issue.
They should make an easy access standard in making engine parts that trouble ppl often like starters. They r always in places that need lots of things removed out of the way or putting them on jacks
My lexus wasn't even clicking... I found out it was my starter after the tow guy came out to tow it away.... 🙄 I'm like I need a jump start... nopeeee it wasn't the battery...
@Foxboss9, do you say your battery is in good or isnt in good shape at around 3:50 im sorry i'm french speaking so sometimes i can't properly hear words.
I have a 2005 Saturn ion 2.2 I changed the slave cylinder before I did that it started quick now no start brand new battery crank sensor coil sensor and just won't start anybody have any advise
short trip, likely frosted up armature. if can reach with heat gun or propane torch could warm up, if wires around, use hair dryer or just be careful, deal with this all the time in plow truck and now that it is -30F and colder with wind chill, even longer trips, the starter ices up upon cooldown.. I see zerostart makes a couple different pad heaters, 3400051 is a 50 watt 3x3 12VDC silicone pad heater that we could attach to starter, run through relay and fuse to switch inside vehicle to use when this happens. they make small AC style units to, but that only works if you made it back home or near available AC power and have extension cord along.. I see this far more often with GM starters, not sure why, perhaps because I mainly drive GMs.. But live in area where Februaries can be 0F for a high and -50F wind chills at night so the frosting of the armature issue happens frequent enough that I may have to build a garage to park cars in so I know I have a ride that will always start when live miles away from help...
I'm getting the fast clicks and have been confused since it's a newer battery and Advanced Auto tells me it's fine... Already replaced the starter so I was confused but now it makes sense. They don't want to warranty their battery.
Great video. I’d love to see you post other troubleshooting videos on other reasons for why a certain is not starting. If you do make other troubleshooting videos you could post the links here to get them good traffic. 👍
If it’s not your battery, the engine is not seized or frozen, the relay is good and the the hammer trick doesn’t work there is still one more thing and replacing the starter won’t fix it. There is a high amp fuse on the starter motor cable (not in your fuse box ) it is up néar the battery. Often doesn’t look like a normal fuse. Create a temporary bypass with some thick wire and see if the car will start. Mine did.
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ignition switch issue possibly... get a handheld remote starter amzn.to/2k31lIy and jump the starter relay.. make sure fusible link is good also.. you will have to start testing all your wiring from the ignition to the starter relay to ensure there arent any broken connections..good luck
Great video....thx. I know this is not a forum to try and ask a question on a 7 year old video and expect to get a rapid response. But I am pretty sure my Starter is bad. It is just unlike any other diagnosis videos put out by anyone. Scenario: Brand New Battery - I get 1 Hard Click....then nothing. I have to disconnect my New Battery to get 1 Hard Click again. NOT a constant Clicking, not a Click every time I try to turn the key. Just 1 Hard Click, then nothing, dead, wont let me attempt to turn the key unless I fully disconnect and then reconnect the battery again :/
Thanks for being so clear dude all these other auto you tubers like to waste peoples times with over produced editing and rambling.
Absolutely!! This guy can give lessons on how to make a helpful TH-cam video.
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For future reference. If the video starts with a "what's up guys so I was at Walmart..." They don't have the solution just the same problem. Thanks for going straight to the troubleshooting tips man 🙏
Solid, no bs, straight to the point. Thanks! Much help
I wish I had learned all this at 18. That first sound at begin of video happened to me yesterday! I believe it was the starter! I was lucky enough to have a mechanic come out the grocery store and I should’ve asked if I had a dirty solenoid or if my starter need the banging to release the pin (the jam?). Anyhow, I’m thankful that people like you make videos like this! It’s so important. I get frazzled when I’m vehicle doesn’t start! I feel panicked! Worried!
Always education (you tube) before employing others😊
I just had a single click from my 99' Crown Victoria LX, new battery and cables. Starter may be bad then. Thank you for being clean and clear on your troubleshooting video! Stay safe!
@Advocate Of God Clearly you do if you commented
ty, you provided the sound really quickly and went through the different presentations. you're very helpful and to the point
Straight to the point and no life story. You are the MAN!!!
I understood everything, got fast clicks and my mechanic said bad starter and I said I think battery isn't giving enough amps. I knew it. Working on vehicles is a hobby of mine and I like your clear explanation.
Carlos Longoria
US NAVY Veteran
Belleville, KS 👍
Bro seriously thank you for getting to the point while also giving a thorough explanation of the problem
Seriously!!
Yeah. You know some people can be long winded unnecessarily. LOL.
@@missi.nichols9567 hi missy, you look delicious 😍🥰
Facts
I've listened to a few of videos about this issue and yours was the first that was direct and descriptive for me to understand. I normally don't comment but I appreciated your video.
I had one click. Changed the starter out and now it WORKS! Thanks for the tips! Awesome vid!
Mine does this but eventually it starts. I had the starter tested and they said it was good. I think I’m going to replace it anyway, it’s very old.
@@Modern-Muscle-PNWmine just started doing it. It clicks 2-3 times and starts after the 3rd 4th time trying
@@SDxTJdid it end up being the starter?
For people that are having problems like this, another trick that works to know if the relay has gone bad, is to jump the two bolts with an isolated screwdriver (0:50), if the starter works, the problem might be the relay itself, a fuse that controls the relay, or the "s" cable that sends the signal from the ignition key to the relay itsfel. I'm currently waiting on a friend's tester to see if my S cable or relay is my actual problem. Starter working just fine.
I also love your comments is nice
Additional great advice. Thanks sir
U can fry some eggs if u don't know how to do that
there’s no screwdriver at 50 seconds…
@kaaydiior its the reference 🙄 you can jump those two bolts with a screwdriver, carefully
I came across this post in 2021, and i'm glad i found this video. This has surely helped me fix my Brrrrrrrr sound problem. Thanks.
Thanks Sir for the info, My starter delay wasn't getting enough juice from my battery, so I cleaned both connector, who were too rusty, and boom it started like a new car. Thanks again for the info and thank you TH-cam.
Michel Richard 😊
Michel Richard how do i clean the connecter
@@Foxboss9 i did that truck started ran and wouldn't turn back on. What could the issue be now?
@@dreambigbigger1622 dirty throttle body, anything doing with choking has to do with either air flow sensor or dirty throttle. 80% of the time. Unless you already had issues then it could be anything like bad mix ratios or blown sensors.
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Thanks, a lot of other guys were overcomplicating it, I just wanted to know what one click at the solenoid/starter meant and you answered the question simply and logically, thanks again!
What does it mean bad battery ?
Thanks man took me straight to the point no ads or promoting products.
The best video, thank you! I hate other videos where people talk too much
Holy smokes! I think you just solved what's wrong with my motorcycle. The battery is brand new and everything lights up BUT the bike won't turn over. Instead, it's making the rapid "clicking sound" you mentioned which makes me suspect that it's the relay, not the starter. I already ordered the starter, and it's not hard to put in, so I will swap them both out.
Man.. thank you - just replaced starter and came out next day to straight clicking. Then tried again and had the fast clicking. Just changed battery connections. Now I know I most likely need a new battery. Thank you!
Excellent vid. Helped me a lot. New battery, not a new starter. Saved myself some cash. Thank you.
You are an absolute homie. I need to replace my battery and solenoid because my lights and everything are dim, and the clicking is rapid and at the top of the engine but very faint. I applaud you my friend, 10/10 from a friendly Canadian 😊
Glad I could help
This helped confirm my issue, a bad starter. But, it's a new starter. Like you said at the end, make sure you have a good warranty.
Thank you so much! My solenoid in my 1969 mustang was making the rapid clicking and i thought it was just bad. Sure enough, I charged the battery up and fired right up.
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@@Foxboss9 my 2003 mustang does the fast click and I have replaced the alternator and battery but it didn’t work
I'm charging my battery now the moment I watch this video. Hopefully it will work like yours.
👍Top man!
Excellent, straight forward, no camouflage instructions. 👍
Short to the point with great substance. Great video. Thank you!!
I have a 1996 Ford Ranger and by what you said in this video my battery may be the problem. thanks for the right-to-the-point video.
Most logical video yet ,thanks man on my way out,I would trade u this 102 degree weather for that cold anyday
It's funny you say that because we have since sold that home and we live full time on the road and spend most of our time in Florida and Yuma Arizona. So we did trade that cold day for something warmer. LOL
I’ve never commented on one of these videos but this is the best video that I have seen it was very helpful this cat is right on time
This really should be the top video for any questions about starters
All your tips were good but you forgot one of the most important tips. Corrosion .001 thick will cause the same thing as if the starter is bad which there’s absolutely nothing wrong. I’ve experienced this problem myself a few times troubleshooting vehicles . Clean both battery post and starter hook up and cable ends
your voice is so calm and explanation so clear. Thank you so much.
I watched a ton of videos if you got what was wrong with my car and yours was awesome you told me right away what it was thank you
Great video - straight to the point and very informative. Thank you big time!
This video put me right on problem! No guessing. This is getting saved and shared with the family! Thanks!!!👏👏👏
Thankyou for pinpointing directly without so much talks👍❤️
Lifesaver! Thank you for such a good, straightforward video! Super, super, super, helpful!!!
You're welcome, glad it helped.
DUDE. U SAVED MY ASS!!!! IVE BEEN ON HERE FLIPPING Thru VIDEOS FOR AN HOUR.
you know, my grandpa just mentioned the jam to me last night. i replaced my starter yesterday since i replaced my alt recently, and it started to click on the first start of the day, or just sitting for a couple of hours after i replaced it. it didn’t start at all 2 days ago, and he told me it could be the bendix not coming out fully or i didn’t wire it correctly. hopefully that’s the problem i just can’t check cuz of hurricane ian. love and appreciate the video!
Thanks ! You made me change my battery instead of the starter ! Everything works fine !
This video helped me to identify the problem on my CRV. Troubleshooting tutorial is the way to go! Thank You!
+Tiffany Delit 😊
This video just got me and this Chevy Cruze going again. God bless
my truck was going "drrrrr" hella fast now I know what's up.thx man 👌
+GodGivin 😁
Had a click coming from the starter, tried turning the crank and it fired right up afterwards like you said so big thank you.
Best damn video on a starter& clicks everyone else bs
I agree you should make more videos - excellent and very clear analysis.
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At 2 minute mark I knew exactly why my car didn't start. 5 star content
Well spoken, thankyou , and hope your truck problem is sorted.
Will MacLeod 👍😁
Best battery explanation on TH-cam ✅✅
Thanks a lot for the explanation. My car had this faster clicks. Time to change the battery.
Bless u for filming this in the cold. I live in Hawaii and the heat is no better:)
thank you! your vid helped me figured out it was a battery issue in my car.
super! glad it helped..
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Great video although just for your record the hammer tap trick on the starter only works if you have 2 people. One in the driver seat to start the car and another guy underneath the car tapping the starter with a hammer. If it was only you there then obviously it would not work because you need 2 people!
Annnnd ive done it by myself enough times to know thats bs lol
Best video out here, informative!
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Thankyou so much!!! My f250 was randomly not starting and I didn’t know why. It did it again and my wife needed it to go to work. I watched this video and noticed it was locked up. Used a ratchet on the alternator to get good leverage to turn the belt and it started right up🤠
Thanks so much. This information is very useful
This was very helpful and well explained.. Thank you and keep up the good work my friend!
this tutorial solved my problem! it was battery death! tnx a lot!
Glad to hear that you figured it out.. 👍👍
Good starter troubleshooting basics thank you
thanks. 100s of videos you finally answered a simple question :)
Taylor Biondo 😀👍
thank you! your video helped me figured out it was a battery issue in my car..
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Thank you sir!!! I think you just saved me a lot of money
Thank you so much for being straight to the point!! So much great information, I’m subscribing to your channel 😊
Good shit, straight to the point.👏👏👏....🙌 I subscribed
Boom! Just what I needed to hear. Thank you.
Clear and concise, gotta love it!
I reacently fixed my Ford Ranger XLT 1997, the starter made just ONE click when turning the key. I bought the car for 500 dollars, but the Owner said the starter needed to be replaced. I digged deeper into this fix, i thought it was wierd With One click. so i looked under the Hood and just wiggled at the starter cables Down onto the starter! And i just jumped into the car and turned the Key and it started right up!
Try this before you buy a New starter or any other parts!
👍😁
Gonna try this when I get home on my 01 gt
if your battery is fine check the wires.follow the +and -,look for any loosen wires.my fiat had this problem,it was disconnected ground(-) wire from the engine.the ground wire from the battery goes to the body and from the body goes to the engine,and last thing check the starter motor.
1.check the battery
2.check the wires
3.check the starter motor
Thank you this was very helpful and informative 👍👍
4:30. Make sure you get a good starter not a good warranty. The store brand at Autozone and O'Reilly are trash. I got a new Bosch on Rock Auto for a good price. Same with alternators.
very great video! thank you for your Insight, much appreciated!!
Andrew Freshour 👍😁
Wow! Very good explanation! Thank you!
I think I have problems with my starter!
Lupita Ayala 👍😁
Can you explain further how to turn the turn it by hand like where do youbgrab onto
Check for the most obvious and simple first! I had installed a new battery 6 months prior. Now all I heard was a fast clicking sound. A jump start worded but seem to not hold a charge. The + and - had no corrosion and showed the battery terminal protector paste to prevent corrosion. However went checking the cable connection I was able to slightly wiggle the cable on the + side. The bold felt tight, so I used a wrench to really force the bold till the cable connection on the battery would not move at all. Next stated the car without any issue.
Thank you for explaining this so clearly!
You are most welcome..
@@Foxboss9 hi I have my truck with no gas for two months today I put gas and it doesn't turn on it's making a clicking nose can you help me please
Great breakdown. Super helpful.
They should make an easy access standard in making engine parts that trouble ppl often like starters. They r always in places that need lots of things removed out of the way or putting them on jacks
No joke, I have to take the drive shaft out for my jeep.
GREAT video and very helpful. Thank you for taking the time to post.
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Awesome video ..... finally I can understand ! Thanks
Thanks for the information. I will check the belt first.
Brian Stilwell 👍
The moment I put my key in sometimes or turn it forward I get one solid click
What was it?
Mr Buicks nothing to do with China that’s for sure.
Mr Buicks haven’t addressed it yet though
What was it ?
My lexus wasn't even clicking... I found out it was my starter after the tow guy came out to tow it away.... 🙄 I'm like I need a jump start... nopeeee it wasn't the battery...
Thanks!! Is was the battery!! I glad for u budy
@Foxboss9, do you say your battery is in good or isnt in good shape at around 3:50 im sorry i'm french speaking so sometimes i can't properly hear words.
amazing video fr, getting a new starter now!😢
You explained everything very well thanks
Kade Hettrich 👍😁
clear straightforward explanations....thanks
Rob Qasar 👍😁
Solid. Stands up still in 2023.
My relay clicks but nothing turns on however I did find plastic bag wrapped around my engine fan
I'm a fan ! My fly wheel is. BAD ! THANK YOU SIR ! never would have thought turn the xxxxx
You pointed out some obvious culprits and at least one not so obvious,thanks
I have a 2005 Saturn ion 2.2 I changed the slave cylinder before I did that it started quick now no start brand new battery crank sensor coil sensor and just won't start anybody have any advise
short trip, likely frosted up armature. if can reach with heat gun or propane torch could warm up, if wires around, use hair dryer or just be careful, deal with this all the time in plow truck and now that it is -30F and colder with wind chill, even longer trips, the starter ices up upon cooldown.. I see zerostart makes a couple different pad heaters, 3400051 is a 50 watt 3x3 12VDC silicone pad heater that we could attach to starter, run through relay and fuse to switch inside vehicle to use when this happens. they make small AC style units to, but that only works if you made it back home or near available AC power and have extension cord along.. I see this far more often with GM starters, not sure why, perhaps because I mainly drive GMs.. But live in area where Februaries can be 0F for a high and -50F wind chills at night so the frosting of the armature issue happens frequent enough that I may have to build a garage to park cars in so I know I have a ride that will always start when live miles away from help...
Nicely done! No bs. Good job. 5 star
Clear, concise information even I could understand
I'm getting the fast clicks and have been confused since it's a newer battery and Advanced Auto tells me it's fine... Already replaced the starter so I was confused but now it makes sense. They don't want to warranty their battery.
Thank you for this video!
doubledragon 👍😊
This video just saved my ass. Thank you thank you thank you 👍
Great video. I’d love to see you post other troubleshooting videos on other reasons for why a certain is not starting. If you do make other troubleshooting videos you could post the links here to get them good traffic. 👍
If it’s not your battery, the engine is not seized or frozen, the relay is good and the the hammer trick doesn’t work there is still one more thing and replacing the starter won’t fix it. There is a high amp fuse on the starter motor cable (not in your fuse box ) it is up néar the battery. Often doesn’t look like a normal fuse. Create a temporary bypass with some thick wire and see if the car will start. Mine did.
Absolutely, very rare that that happens in not all vehicles have that Mega link fuse but you are correct
Why does the hammer on the starter method never work for good ppl 😂
Fee LMAOO I felt this
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From Thug to Businessman you’re an idiot.
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What if you hear no click at all? Good battery and engine isn't locked. All fuses and relays good
ignition switch issue possibly... get a handheld remote starter amzn.to/2k31lIy and jump the starter relay.. make sure fusible link is good also.. you will have to start testing all your wiring from the ignition to the starter relay to ensure there arent any broken connections..good luck
also check your fuse box maybe the alarm activated
I have that problem but every time I try to start it the alarm just goes off I had to unplug it but still same issue
Have you had a new starter do the same thing?
Great video....thx. I know this is not a forum to try and ask a question on a 7 year old video and expect to get a rapid response. But I am pretty sure my Starter is bad. It is just unlike any other diagnosis videos put out by anyone.
Scenario: Brand New Battery - I get 1 Hard Click....then nothing. I have to disconnect my New Battery to get 1 Hard Click again. NOT a constant Clicking, not a Click every time I try to turn the key. Just 1 Hard Click, then nothing, dead, wont let me attempt to turn the key unless I fully disconnect and then reconnect the battery again :/