the engine will turn over but sometimes wont start. it also sometimes dies while its idling. whats going on
I would unhook the BATTERY and then Check the starter wires, Clean and tighten the wires on the starter and make sure there not touching anything that would make them short out / spark. That should fix your problem.
You mean a ticking sound while TRYING to start a jeep? If the jeep doesnt start and is making this noise then either it doesnt have enough amps to start or the starter is bad. You can have the battery tested for free at autozone. It could also be that your alterntor isn't charging the battery also.
Put a stethoscope or a plastic tube onto the solenoid, listen at it while a friend turns the starter. If solenoid clicks it is good. -Problem then is low battery or dud starter.
== == Try tapping on the solenoid(smaller cylinder attached to starter) while someone tries to start it. If it starts then the solenoid is bad and the entire starter solenoid needs to be replaced.
== == You need to have the starter tested for proper operation. The starter needs the MOST voltage of any thing on the vehicle and if it does not get enough voltage it won't work. The second thing to test is the voltage regulator which controls how MUCH power goes to the starter. If it is bad the starter won't work properly. Both can be tested after they are taken out of the truck, at a auto parts store. If one or both are bad, buy the replacements at the store, while you are there.
== == I have seen most times when there are multiple clicks and only catches once in a while, it usually is the starter. It needs replacement. Usually it's a fairly simple DIY job. You also do need to check the battery as stated above and possibly the alternator as well. If the car starts while the battery is hooked up and immediately dies when you unhook it, check your alternator. It should still have a minimal amount of power even with the battery unhooked. == == == ==
my car use to start but it sat for a while now it clicks at the box that has the abs relay switch; what could be the problem?
Start with checking the battery terminals for corrosion, then the wires going to the starter. Be sure everything is clean and tight. Also have the battery checked
Loose or corroded battery connections or your starter is going bad.
No. A bad starter would cause the car not to start.
If the starter is whining while the engine is running at an idle you have a problem with the ignition switch or the starter solenoid is stuck. The starter should not be engaged while the engine is running unless you are holding the key over on the start position.
starter not engaging flywheel properly. Replace starter, Checking for damage to flywheel while starter is removed.