2000 Maxima GLE won't crank
 

Hello guys,

2000 Max GLE 180K miles A/T

Yesterday I had issue with the car turning on so I did noticed the battery was dead because I'd hear the clicking sound and it just didn't go. Had the battery recharged - it turned on but after shutting it off. Won't go.

Recharged battery overnight - multimeter reads 12.6V on the battery - thats a good charge. Put it into the car and I don't even hear clicking (crank) starter isn't firing. I do hear a tick on the pass side and thats about it. No crank.

1) Checked all fuses - all seem to be ok
2) Getting power inside - all accessories work
3) Checked for codes - no codes at all

Any suggestions before I go and replace the Starter (if its the problem)?

Thanks my friends :)

Starter issue... with the amount of miles you have, it is normal. Hit the starter with a tube to see if it engages again. If not you will need to replace it, not difficult to do.

I will try that right now and see if it has any effect.

Thank you very much for the quick reply :)

Tried smacking it around a few times - no change - i guess i'll have to replace the damn starter - wth caused it to break ? worked perfectly fine yesterday .. smh

Here is a great troubleshooting thread.

Maxima Won't Crank, No Start Thread

Did you have someone try to start it while you smacked it? You have to give a few good wacks also WHILE trying to start it. I had this issue before and it started right up when the tow guy hit it few times with a massive screw driver/crow bar style tool. I have replaced it since and no problems.

FYI: If you have alternate transportation just remove it (takes maybe 30 mins) and have it bench tested at your local parts store (free service).

Maxiiboy,
The link is gone, do you mind sending it again?