clicking sound at start-up

1996 TOYOTA COROLLA
280,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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CHRISMAASSEN
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my toyota sometimes does not start but emits a click sound after a few tries it does start.
Jun 29, 2011 at 7:01 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Suspect faulty starter solenoid
Jun 29, 2011 at 7:16 AM
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RLMARTIN82009
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Had the same problem a few weeks ago. Check and make sure that you clean the corrosion off of the pegs on your battery regularly. Can cause the car to not start.
Jul 12, 2011 at 10:26 AM
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DOCFIXIT
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Good point
Aug 11, 2011 at 8:48 AM
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