when i turn key on it takes a few seconds for the starter to kick in then it kicks off

2005 CHEVROLET EQUINOX
80,000 MILES
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MARVINTHOMAS58
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if i hold the key all the way on the starter will kick on and off till i let go of the key but the car will not start i changed the starter switch still does the same thing can you help me
May 9, 2012 at 7:02 PM
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PROMECHANIC
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The first thing to do is have the battery "load tested". You need to make sure that it is good. It might have low voltage.
May 9, 2012 at 7:05 PM
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MARVINTHOMAS58
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battery is good
May 9, 2012 at 7:13 PM
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PROMECHANIC
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So you have had a load test done? What is the voltage on the battery?
May 9, 2012 at 7:33 PM
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