1996 Nissan Truck starting

1996 NISSAN TRUCK
181,000 MILES • 4 CYL • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MACKLEELUCK
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when i turn the key the truck either cranks right up or it makes an electrical sounding clicking noise if it doesnt crank within about 4 or 5 tries it usually drains the battery both the battery and spark plugs are under 6 months old is this the starter or the ignition switch or something entirly different. there is a light tappin sound when i accelerate like there isnt any oil in it but it hasnt got a leak and it is got plenty in it. any suggestions will be greatly appreciated id like to save myself the large bill from any diagnostics test a mechanic will want to run
Dec 29, 2007 at 11:56 AM
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RASMATAZ
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Try this if it refuses to crank have helper turn key to start-find the starter and bang on it -if it engages the engine change the starter-if not check for power at the small terminal black and yellow wire-no power there. Check the inhibitor relay and park/neutral switch and ignition switch.
Dec 29, 2007 at 12:06 PM