For a long time now, when I turn the ignition to start the car, it often just gives me a "click" and wont start. However, if I continue to keep turning the ignition on, eventually, it will catch and start. It seems that it takes longer when the car is cold. Once it has been running and I shut it off, it will usually start right up or else I only have to hit the ignition switch only a couple times before it catches versus several times when it's cold. It has been doing this for 1 1/2 years but seems to be getting worse where I have to keep turning the ignition about 30 times before it will finally catch and start.

To me it sounds like you need to rebuild or replace the starter. If you have an experienced mechanic, disassembling the starter motor and cleaning everything real well will fix the problem... Also a starter rebuild kit is much more affordable than buying a new starter if you know someone willing to do the work. On several of my own cars I have simply disassembled, cleaned, and then reassembled the same parts. Success everytime with no trouble down the road. I wouldn't be suprised if you had an oil leak and the starter is really dirty.

Hi, this is usually caused by dead spots on the starter commutator. If whacking the starter with a hammer will make it work, you can be pretty sure that is the problem. If you aren't sure, have the starter tested at your local parts chain. If it works off the car, then I would check the rest of the starter circuit.

Hi Jewls711.. Any resolution on this. I have the same problem with my 2002 Axiom. We purchased it a year ago from a dealer with the existing problem and they stated it was the ignition switch. Problem is I'm not sure if its the electric part or the ignition lock cylinder. Would be great if its just the starter. Please let me know if you've corrected the problem.