[NJXJXK]

I bought 2006 Commander w/4.7L, QD-II about month ago. This morning I tried to start it and I couldn't. It's not cranking. I could only hear semi-loud click coming from the left side under the dash or left side under the hood where fuse boxes are located. I had to go to work so I didn't have time to locate exact location of the click. It clicks every time I turn the key in the ignition.
Any ideas what's wrong? Any help will be appreciated.

 

[tankman67]

Besides a dead battery, check your battery terminals, make sure they're tight and not corroded. Next thing to check are the wires coming off your starter. Search the forum for "yellow starter wire" and you'll find that corrosion on this connection is a common issue. Let us know what you find out.

 

[Bits97]

This takes 2 people, take a long enough screwdriver n jump the positive n negative wires on the solenoid on the starter. N at same time have someone turn key to start position. If this works you need at least a new solenoid, but might as well change the starter while your at it. If this just clicks then smack the starter with something hard while someone is turning key to start position. If this doesn't work check relay under hood fuse box's. From the sounds of what's happening its the starter my guess. Good luck

 

[Bernied]

Based on the information provided, it sounds like you may have a problem with the starter motor or the starter solenoid. When you turn the key in the ignition, the starter solenoid should engage and send power to the starter motor, which in turn cranks the engine. However, if the starter motor or the starter solenoid is faulty, it may not be able to crank the engine, and you may hear a clicking sound instead.

One possible cause of this issue is a weak or dead battery. A weak battery may not have enough power to crank the engine, which can cause the starter to click instead of engaging. You may want to try jump-starting the vehicle or testing the battery with a voltmeter to see if it has a proper charge.

Another possible cause of this issue is a faulty starter motor or solenoid. If the starter motor or solenoid is worn out or damaged, it may not be able to engage and crank the engine. You may need to have the starter motor or solenoid replaced to fix this issue.

It's also possible that there is a problem with the ignition switch, starter relay, or other electrical components in the starting system. However, given the symptoms you've described, a faulty starter motor or solenoid seems like the most likely cause of the issue.

Good luck!

 

[NJXJXK]

Thank you for all replies. I'm off tomorrow so I'll check what's going on.

If it is a starter do you know any good company making reliable starters? I found starter on Amazon for $72 but I'm assuming it's POS. I'd rather spend more $200-300 for good quality one to be sure I'm not gonna have the same problem in 10 or 20K miles again. I was looking for Mean-Green starter but couldn't find it. What other company would you guys recommend?

 

[patf111]

Rockauto is your friend re a starter

 

[Big Blue]

Thank you for all replies. I'm off tomorrow so I'll check what's going on.

If it is a starter do you know any good company making reliable starters? I found starter on Amazon for $72 but I'm assuming it's POS. I'd rather spend more $200-300 for good quality one to be sure I'm not gonna have the same problem in 10 or 20K miles again. I was looking for Mean-Green starter but couldn't find it. What other company would you guys recommend?

@NJXJXK ; There is one thing I'd check, before you do anything else.

There is a Yellow wire that attaches to the starter that is notorious for corrosion, at the connection point.

This is a very well-documented issue, which causes various different starting problems.

I'd highly recommend that you check that yellow wire and make sure that the connection point, on the starter, is completely clean & corrosion free.

If you do have to clean that connection, obviously, disconnect the battery before doing so.

 

[GO4WD]

RockAuto > OEM. Also, redo the yellow wire connector while you're at it.

 

[CMDR_KEEN]

I experienced the same problem years ago. Had the dealer replace the starter wiring harness and haven't had a problem since. I'm sure that yellow wire was included in that. It's hard to get to which is why I paid the dealer.