Will not start?

Tiny
STARTER911
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  • 2007 MITSUBISHI ECLIPSE
  • 4 CYL
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 140,000 MILES
Replaced battery and when I turn key it just clicks once.
Wednesday, September 1st, 2021 AT 1:59 PM

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Tiny
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Hello,

If the battery is good but you are just getting a click, it could be the starter is faulty.
Have you tried to jump start the car? Just in case there is a loose connection with the battery.
Keep in mind that it could also be a connection issue at the starter, which just not providing enough power to start the engine.
Also have some one tap on the starter as you try to start the car. This is a old method to test for a bad starter. Typically if you are able to start it with the tap it is a defective starter.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/starter-not-working-repair
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

Please let me know of any questions or concerns.
Thank you.
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Wednesday, September 1st, 2021 AT 2:53 PM

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