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WhoDak · Joined: 22 Mar 2005 Posts: 492 Location: Akron, OH

I pulled the car into the middle spot of the garage this morning, and shut it off, then I cleaned the inside a bit. Started it again, let it run for 5 minutes, shut it off. Checked the oil, cleaned some more and tryed to start it again. But all I got was a nice loud click, and a hum(fuel pump?). I'm guessing the click is the starter solenoid not engaging so should I pull the starter and replace the solenoid? I already tryed jumping the car off of a charger and another car with no luck. Thanks.
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Mike
'82 924 N/A
'91 Toyota Pickup SR5 4x4 Xtra cab

Paul · Posted: Mon Apr 04, 2005 6:48 pm Post subject:

Make sure the starter to motor bolts are tight and clean.

Make sure your battery cable clamps are clean and fastened tightly.

Make sure the connections at the starter are clean and tight.

Make sure the battery is fully charged.

Then if it won't start, remove the starter and take it for a free test at your local auto parts store.

WhoDak · Joined: 22 Mar 2005 Posts: 492 Location: Akron, OH

WhoDak · Joined: 22 Mar 2005 Posts: 492 Location: Akron, OH

Well I changed out the starter, I had a spare one in the parts box that the PO included with the car. It cranked right up just fine so it's (legal)maiden voyage was today, and wow was it sweet. Thanks for the help.
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Mike
'82 924 N/A
'91 Toyota Pickup SR5 4x4 Xtra cab