i turn the key on but car doesnt start but if i jump the starter cyclniod the car start is the starter bad or the cyclniod bad

Asked by gordon05 Feb 04, 2012 at 12:01 AM about the Toyota Tercel

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

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Hit the starter with a hammer and then try the key, if it starts then it's the solenoid that needs replacing. If that doesn't work the starter is most likely dead as Sheyla said.

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