Car just clicks no start

1992 FORD TEMPO
230,000 MILES • 2.3L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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JOKER6663
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Car was running and just shut off as I was going down the road. now all it does when I turn the key is click no start. what could be the problem?
Jan 27, 2020 at 7:15 AM
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BMDOUBLE
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It could be either an issue with your charging system, battery, or in extreme cases, a locked up engine.

Here is a guide for charging system tests:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-alternator https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test
Jan 27, 2020 at 8:50 AM
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