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CTS: wont start..clicks..Checked battery ok, replaced starter

 
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05 Cad CTS won't start. It clicks when I turn the ignition. Checked battery ok, replaced starter, and still won't start. Did notice when I turn ignition the battery volts go real low, like something is draining it????? Any help would be appreciated.

 

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Year : 2005
Make : Cadillac
Model : CTS

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Battery ok. Changed starter.

Submitted: 1013 days and 23 hours ago.
Category: Cadillac
Value: $15
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Expert:  Jettadan1 replied1013 days and 22 hours ago.

Hi this sure seems like your battery connections are dirty or not secure. it also sounds like you could have a bad ground from the battery to the body. Make sure all your wires are good and not broken and make sure there isnt trouble under wire insulation.

 

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