Car won't start after sitting idle for 4 months

FORD MUSTANG
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VIVIEN
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New battery was istalled yesterday in my 2000 Ford Mustang after is had been sitting idle for 4 months. There is a clicking sound when turning the key but the engine won't start.
Jan 7, 2007 at 3:26 AM
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BRUCE HUNT
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Check from the wipers back as far as you are able to. The problem I would guess is a nut that has loosend and fallen off.
Oct 18, 2006 at 8:18 AM
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THEKEENG
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Thanks for the reply! I just received my hayne's manual and I will definitely be taking a look at the inside of the windshield wiper motor house.
Oct 19, 2006 at 11:16 AM
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BRYCE
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sounds like its the starter an old trick is to hit the starter lightly with a hammer and then try and start it. this may only be a temporary fix. also if u park a car for that long u should always start and run it once or twice a month
Jan 7, 2007 at 3:45 AM
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