Q: No start and no crank. I hear a noise from one of the relays - 2006 Chrysler PT Cruiser

asked by on October 28, 2016

No start no crank hear a lil noise from one of the relays

My car has 50000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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Depending on the type of noise you hear, this may be related to the starter relay or starter solenoid. The starter solenoid is a small unit on the starter that has internal electrical contacts that transmit electricity to the starter. When this is faulty, this will produce a clicking kind of sound when you turn the key. This is usually the pinion gear moving forward inside the starter and rotating when it should not.

I would suggest having a professional, such as one from YourMechanic, come to your home to diagnose why your car is not starting and determine the source of the noise.

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