2001 Other Toyota Models 2001 Solara won't start

2001 TOYOTA
58,500 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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FLASH218
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Tried starting 2001 Solara this morning and all I got was clicking. All the lights and radio came on but just clicking. Is this the alternator? Thanks.
Jun 2, 2008 at 12:08 PM
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KHLOW2008
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Hi flash218,

Maybe alternator, but only clicking means the starter is not working.

You need to check battery voltage and high rate discharge. If jump starting works, then you need to check if alternator charging is good.

If jump starting don't work, it might be the starter.
Jun 13, 2008 at 9:33 AM
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