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Originally Posted by Brian R.
mrgrneyyez03: Welcome to the AF!
The problem you're having is not the solenoid contacts. With bad solenoid contacts, there is only one click (the starter relay), not many. Your problem is insufficient current/voltage getting to the starter.
Most likely cause is a bad battery. Before you buy one, check the battery terminals - make sure they are on tight and they are clean. Check the connections on the other end of the battery cables for tightness and cleanliness also. If all looks good, replace the battery.
If the battery cable connections are bad, loosen them from the battery and clean them with baking soda/water slurry until they are bright metal, then reconnect them and tighten them snug. Coat them with petroleum jelly to prevent them from corrosion.
It it's possible something has been left on, like your headlights or dome light etc. and the battery may be drained/discharged, try charging it first or bring it in to have it tested before you buy a new one.
(JOET: You can't copy truncated links; they won't work. Right click on the truncated link and select "Copy Shortcut". Then paste the link in the editing window.)
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sorry about the bad link. It should be fixed now. thank you for teaching me the proper way to cut/paste a link.
a few things to check...
#1 the battery might be low on water which would eventually cause it to die.
might want to check the water level. (if possible)
#2 the altenator may not put out the correct voltage. should be around 13.8 - 14.2 volts. I think I'm right about this.
ALTENATOR NOT PUTTING OUT =
BATTERY.
JOET/CAMRY