1998 Nissan 200SX clicking starter

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1998 NISSAN 200SX
1.6L
4 CYL
FWD
MANUAL
116,000 MILES

Clicking starter, I tried replacing the starter, tried replacing the battery, both successful and both g o o d, car still won't turn over. All I hear is a clicking like the battery is dead when I try to start it. Tried remote starting it ) jumping the solenoid) and got nothing but sparks.

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RASMATAZ

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Check the starter relay

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Saturday, March 8th, 2014 AT 1:41 PM

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That was my thought. I had to order a chilton's for it, so I can find the relay, and the specs for it and try to get it replaced

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Saturday, March 8th, 2014 AT 2:56 PM

KHLOW2008

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Did you manually crank the engine to test if it is seized?

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Sunday, March 9th, 2014 AT 5:29 AM

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Car will start if you push start it

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Sunday, March 9th, 2014 AT 6:16 AM

KHLOW2008

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When it sparks using remote method, it means a fault with the starter. Check the main cable for proper installation. You could have a faulty replacement unit.