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My 99 SUS has had an intermittent starting issue for the last 18 months or so, sometimes when I turn the key to the crank position all I get is a click. So far I have replaced the starter and solenoid, these were new (not re-manufactured) parts, and the battery. Also, I can often get the car to start by either waiting an extended period of time (at least 30 mins) or sometimes by rapping my hand against the panel below the steering column right above the pedals.

 

If anyone has any idea what I might need to do I would greatly appreciate the advice. The problem has been getting progressively worse and is beginning to wear thin on my nerves.

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IMO you need to replace the key and ignition switch where the key goes in.

 

Older Civic's had this problem too.

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Thanks. I've recently come to that conclusion too. I was just looking to see if anyone thought it might be something else a little bit cheaper. But I guess if I have to spend the money, I have to spend the money. Thanks for the help.
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  • 4 weeks later...

It could also be a loose connection in the ignition switch area as well.

 

The only caveat is that you are getting a clicking, I'm assuming by the engine bay, when it won't start. This would indicate that the ignition switch is working.

 

Have you replaced the ground and/or starter cables?

 

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