Jimmy won't start, it just clicks

Tiny
NEVERSUMMER
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  • 1996 GMC JIMMY
  • V6
  • 4WD
  • 169,000 MILES
I have a 1996 gmc jimmy SLS 4x4. The other day I went to start her up and it won't turn over or even try too. When I put the key in and turn it the battery turns on, lights work, radio, but when u turn the key to start it, it just clicks once then nothing. It won't try to crank itself over. I can hear the fuel pump priming the engine and the starter just clicks once and then that's it. Any suggestion on what it could be?
Monday, June 23rd, 2014 AT 7:31 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

This sounds like the battery is low on charge or needs to be replaced here is s guide that will show you how to load test the battery using the car.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

And if bad this guide will show you how to replace the battery.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
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