car start-up

2007 HUMMER H3
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DWILLIAMS72
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my 2007 hummer h3 will not start and makes this clicking noise when i turn the key to start it, so is this the battery, starter, or alternator?
May 22, 2011 at 8:49 PM
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FIXITMR
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depends. you need to test all 3 for functionality. the click is likely the starter solenoid firing. if defective, wont make starter turn. if battery low same effect can be heard. battery may be low from weak/bad alternator or juice abuse.
May 22, 2011 at 9:00 PM
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FIXITMR
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also could be a bad connection some where in battery/charge/start system.
May 22, 2011 at 9:01 PM
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DWILLIAMS72
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Thanks for the quick response, i'll get those areas looked at tomorrow.
May 22, 2011 at 9:30 PM
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