Most of the time I turn the key, I get the click sound, with no crank

Tiny
NORTHBOUND408
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  • 2000 LEXUS SC 300
  • 3.0L
  • 6 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 149,000 MILES
Sometimes I will get a partial crank, and for it to start it'll crank slowly, just enough to start. Then it drives fine once started. I replaced the starter relay with one from Lexus, and had my battery and alternator tested from AutoZone, they said they were both good. Thanks for the input.
Tuesday, November 24th, 2020 AT 3:20 PM

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Tiny
KASEKENNY
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More then likely this is the starter itself. Here is a guide that will help with this:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair

You can try next time this does it, tapping on the starter solenoid and see if the engine cranks. If it does this confirms the starter is the issue and needs to be replaced.

Even if it doesn't it still most likely the starter itself. If it were me, I would replace the starter with this information.
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2020 AT 4:08 PM
Tiny
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I'll order a new starter today. Thank you very much.
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Tuesday, November 24th, 2020 AT 4:27 PM
Tiny
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Good morning,

I attached the wiring diagram for you of the starter motor. I also attached the procedure for removing the starter as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-wiring

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Make sure you test all the fuses in the diagram as well.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-a-car-fuse

Roy

REMOVAL

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REMOVE STARTER
a. Disconnect the starter connector.
b. Remove the nut, and disconnect the starter wire.

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c. Remove the 2 bolts and starter.
Torque: 37 Nm (380 kg.cm, 27 ft.lb)
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Wednesday, November 25th, 2020 AT 2:04 AM

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