96 PA clicks when trying to start

[ghalacsy]

hey all,
my 96 just clicks when I try to start the car. had a bad battery and after jumping several times while working on the car, it finally just started a clicking sound when ever i turn the key. The starter doesn't even try to engage. was wondering if anybody has any ideas, as I am out. thanks

[ghalacsy]

forgot to mention that i put a new battery into the car and when i turn the key to the on position the security light is solid for about ten seconds then goes out, and when i remove the key it blinks for a little bit.

[Greg5150]

Check that the cables are securely connected to the battery.

[ghalacsy]

they are, everything is connected properly. thinking maybe the starter solenoid is fried. hope not

[ZiggyPA]

Have you tried hitting the starter with a hammer?

[ghalacsy]

didn't work. i am trying to replace the solenoid right now. one of the bolts' head is stripped and the other is inaccesible. ARGH!

[HotZ28]

It is much easier to remove the starter, in order to replace the solenoid.