Clicking sound is the solenoid activated starting switch pulling in, then dropping out because of low voltage when the starter motor is connected electrically. When the contact drops out, the load on battery is reduced, voltage rises again enough to pull the solenoid switch back in and click. This happens four or five times a second and thus hear the "clicking" sound.
Only a load tester will indicate if battery is weak. Simple voltage testers only show open circuit voltage.
Load testers usually apply a 50 Amp load for 30 seconds. That 30 second voltage must then be compared to the battery's CCA rating, which gives you an true indication of battery's condition.
I suspect a load test will show the present battery to be weak or bad. If battery is five or more years old, it owes you nothing.
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SOURCE: 2007 chevy cobalt ls won't
Ignition relay or fuse could be the problem. When you turn the key to start do you hear a fuel pump kicking on and or do you have spark when you hot wire the starter (I know it's hard to check while trying to start it)? You can email me back and I might be able to pinpoint it more.
SOURCE: will not start, just multiple clicking, battery good. 2004 dakota 3.7
Sounds like your starter solenoid is shot.
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