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Is my starter dying?

Tiny
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When I turn the ignition it clicks once. Try again, it might click or it might start. It might click 5 different attempts, then start.
i have a brand new battery and Advance Auto tested the alternator and advised it was ok.
Sunday, September 30th, 2012 AT 8:54 PM

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Tiny
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Are the battery cables clean and tight?If so sounds like a failing starter. Do you have a test light?
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Sunday, September 30th, 2012 AT 8:58 PM
Tiny
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I do not have a test light. What is that. Also, yes the battery cables and posts are clean.
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Monday, October 1st, 2012 AT 12:29 PM
Tiny
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A test light is used to check for power on a circuit etc.
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Monday, October 1st, 2012 AT 4:24 PM

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