hey guys... I got a problem with my 2000 sunfire 2.2l automatic. Sometimes the car will start great and other times i turn the key all the light's come on but when i go to start it doesn't make a sound. I pop the hood and i can just barly hear a little tick noise when the key is turned.. What could cause this?? Thanks
I also checked the battery Connections

Check the starter relay .. they will get stuck open alot ..


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Sold this car on June 12 2005-I have a engine FS check mid east regional
Hit 200 NA it broke once, Hit 213 it broke again,
Hitting 300 NA is further away than I thought.

Ok.. how can i Check the starter relay. I'm pretty good with working on cars. but i just don't no how to check this... also when the car won't start if i keep turning the key back and forths she will start eventually.
Thnaks

Start with checking your wiring.

Tighten and clean all battery connections.

Follow the + & - battery cables from the battery to primary connections. Tighten and clean as applicable.

The next time it happens, jiggle the key in the ignition a couple times and see if it starts right up afterwards.

If it works after jiggling the key, repeat that test a couple more times to see if it corrects the issue right away each time.

If so, suspect the ignition cylinder itself, or try to get at the wiring harness connection to clean and verify good contact.

Of course, it may just be the starter, specifically the solenoid.

If you're mechanically inclined, remove the starter and take it to any major parts store for free testing.

Otherwise, a shop will test it for you for a nominal fee.

Good Luck.




-Ferrite

My guess would be youre start is giving you the warning sign its crapping out.