Could be both by now. In the beginning it's more than likely your battery
but if you don't change it out the starter solenoid is going to have
problems because of the inadequate power.
Ron
00 PB SLT QC 4X2 5.9 46RE 3.92 LSD
For modifications see my DML Profile (URL follows)
http://www.twistedbits.net/WWWProfile/dakota/Kw9pV1EkFeOYY
-----Original Message-----
From: owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
[mailto:owner-dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net]On Behalf Of Chris Reck
Sent: Monday, June 24, 2002 4:13 PM
To: dakota-truck@dakota-truck.net
Subject: DML: Problem Starting (Clicking/Ticking Noise)
I've had this twice before, but not this bad. I would go to start the truck
and instead of the starter trying to roll over, it almost sounded like an
electrical discharge somewhere. It was coming from the middle/bottom left
side of the truck. A friend could not see anything (I was in a parking
garage and lights were dim).
After about 10 minutes of trying briefly and letting it sit, it ticked for
about 3 seconds and turned over. No problems since. This happened twice in
the past month, but it was only on the first two times turning the key.
I've been told that my battery is also due for replacement, as the dot is no
longer visible in the view window. My gauge reads a hair under 1/2.
Is this a bad battery or a bad starter?
Thanks!
Chris
'99 Dakota Sport + CC 4x4 V6 Amethyst
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