1995 Plymouth Neon Starter

1995 PLYMOUTH NEON
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AEATMON0
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Electrical problem
1995 Plymouth Neon Four Wheel Drive Automatic 145000 miles

I have a 95 neon. the starter was just replaced last year and it was brand new. Now, when i try to start my car there is a clicking noise but won't start. I hit the starter and it began to start, eventually that stopped working. I put some pliers on the starter and started the car at the same time and then the car started. Today, there's a clicking noise when i try to start it but still no turn over. At night, i can see a spark as it is being turned. What could be the problem?
Apr 22, 2009 at 9:48 AM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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Suspect faulty starter solenoid, remove the starter and have it tested. If starter is ok then need to inspect the ignition switch.
Apr 22, 2009 at 5:47 PM
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CARADIODOC
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The sparking is an excellent clue as to where the problem is. Would you like to share that information to make the diagnosis easier?
Apr 28, 2009 at 8:18 PM
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