Engine will not start clicking noise

Tiny
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  • 2004 BMW 316
My car will not start battery is fine lights flash on when trying to turn it on, clicking noise from engine can you please help
Thursday, March 4th, 2010 AT 10:07 AM

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Tiny
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Hello,

Just so we cover the basics, have you tried to jump start the engine? Sometimes the battery might be turning on the lights but not strong enough to start the engine, it will just make clicking noise.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-jump-start-car-battery-using-jumper-cables

If you are unable to jump start it and it still just makes the clicking noise, then it is likely a bad starter. As you getting power to the solenoid and that is making the clicking noise but the starter is not engaging.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

I have attached replacement diagrams for your reference.

Please let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
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