99 4runner

[magneticg8]

i have a 99 4runner and sometimes it starts, sometimes it just clicks once and does nothing. I have checked the battery and it is good.

[GRRRR8]

Sounds like a bad starter, BUT when it just clicks do all the lights go out on the dash? If they do, remove battery cables and clean.

[magneticg8]

No the lights stay bright. I was kinda thinking it might be the starter but I haven't noticed any drag so not really sure.

[-Ray-]

Before you replace the starter, clean all connections.

[GRRRR8]

Gear reduction starters never drag. When they fail its "click..click" and then it starts. 99% of the import cars I repair that is the symptom when it is brought in.

[magneticg8]

ok, thanks for the help.

[The_Brute]

I had a similar issue with an older Camaro. I ended up replacing the starter. I assumed it was the solenoid on the starter. Mine would do the same thing as yours. Worked perfectly most of the time. Once in a while it would just click... then nothing. Everything else worked fine. I got out and tapped on the starter with a flashlight and when I tried it again it would fire right up everytime. That got old after a few times so I just replaced the starter.