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My car just clicks when I try to start it but it doesn't start. It will jumpstart but once I turn it off it want restart

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The clicking sound is a sign of a drained battery. Check your battery cables for loose or corroded terminals, if everything OK, jump start the vehicle and take it to an AutoZone, Checkers or similar auto parts store to have your Starting/Charging System checked. They perform this test free of charge.
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Check charging system came on was told it was the battery, replaced with a new now check charging came back on?

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More than likely it's a failed battery. You can get it tested at most auto parts stores. (Out of the vehicle) Or drive it to a shop and get the battery load tested, and get your charging system tested to insureit is re-charging your battery correctly.

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You have an uncharged battery. You can try charging it. But it may just be bad and have to be replaced.

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