2000 Cadillac DTS Won't start

2000 CADILLAC DEVILLE DTS
210,000 MILES • V8 • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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BRYANTL
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I have a 2000 DTS, when i turn the key i hear a rapid clicking sound and the car wont start. I've tried to reset the alarm with the remote and by locking and unlocking the doors with the key. I also unhooked the battery to see if that would help.when the car was running it somtimes would cut out while driving, I would have to restart the car to get it going again. All the lights on the dash and all the headlights are working, I don't know what the problem is, can I get some help please, please, please. I'm loosing my mind.
Feb 10, 2009 at 2:04 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Do you have a check engine light?

Check the battery and connection make sure its cleaned and properly tightened-Disconnecting the battery the computer lost its memory and must go thru a computer releaning process
Feb 10, 2009 at 2:23 PM
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BRYANTL
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Yes the engine light is on.
Feb 10, 2009 at 2:58 PM
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RASMATAZ
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Next thing to do is get it scanned for OBD2 code/s and get back with the code/s this is where the starting point of diagnosis.
Feb 10, 2009 at 4:12 PM
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