I turn the key to start it only makes a clicking noise?

2012 FORD FUSION
114,000 MILES • 2.5L • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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DEEOHGEE414
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Parked the car at night came out in the morning and it won't start. It has power when I turn the key to start it only makes a clicking noise.
Jul 9, 2023 at 9:12 PM
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This is common when the battery needs to be replaced but to be sure please go over this guide:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/car-battery-load-test

Here is a generic guide to help you step by step with instructions in the diagrams below to show you how on your car:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-car-battery

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Jul 10, 2023 at 12:28 PM
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