starter relay location?

1999 NISSAN ALTIMA
112,000 MILES • 6 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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PARTYCAKES
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Our car started fine one morning, and then later that day, wouldn't even turn over...it just sounded like clicking in the ignition. We had a lot of corrosion on the battery, but cleaned it off and got a jump. The next time the car was turned off, it wouldn't come back on at all...it would even take a jump. The power locks and windows aren't working, either. Is there a way to get this diagnosed without being told we need unnecessary repairs?
Mar 3, 2008 at 3:03 PM
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BLACKOP555
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if the battery is too dead or no more good then chances are it wont take a jump at all. try a new battery and see how it fairs. Here is a guide to help check the relay and the relay location in the diagrams below. (It is called an inhibitor relay)

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-check-an-electrical-relay-and-wiring-control-circuit

Check out the diagrams (Below). Please let us know what you find.
Mar 3, 2008 at 6:51 PM
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CCHIP55
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You might need a new starter, at least that is what happened with my 1999 Nissan Altima when it wouldn't start and got two jumps from two different people..
May 11, 2020 at 10:56 AM
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Excellent addition to this thread! Please feel free to use 2CarPros anytime!
May 11, 2020 at 11:31 AM