1986 Chevy Celebrity Clicking sound when turning ignition

1986 CHEVROLET CELEBRITY
109,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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I got this car 6 years ago with 67,000 miles on it. As far as I know most of the components are original as only an elderly lady and brother owned it before me.

I've changed the computer, the mass air-flow sensor, water pump, and starter since I've owned it. The battery was changed 4 years ago.

The problem is that it has been hesitating to start recently and even more recently has been making a clicking sound when turning over. Sometimes it has been rough in that it makes the car shake.

Any ideas what might be failing?
Jun 9, 2010 at 9:09 AM
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Hello,

Well the clicking usually indicates a low or bad Battery or a bad starter. Since you have changed the starter already I would have the battery tested or just replace it since it is 4 years old it is most likely on it last leg. I would also check or have the alternator tested.

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Jun 9, 2010 at 8:13 PM