r/t 5.7, never had any problems before now, i woke up this morning and my car only clicked once so i got a ride to work and while i was at work my step dad said he jump started it just fine and turned the car off and on a few times so they dropped it off to me(20 mins away so i doubt its the alternator) and when i got off work it didnt start again, and even after buying a new battery and trying to jump start it again (with new and old battery) still only just clicked once. any ideas??? all lights and electronics work
It’s more than likely the battery. If your able to jump start the car using another car and cables or a booster box. Can also call a tow company for a jump some car insurance comes with road side assistance. Go directly to a parts store local or major chain allmost all have testers. They can tell you if its the battery or alternator. Most parts stores will help you change a battery. If you need an alternator and/or jumping/boosting the car didn’t work it’s probably the starter and you will need a tow to your preferred repair shop.
it only jumped 1 time i put in a new battery and tried jumping and still 1 click
Then it’s the starter or wireing between the battery and starter. I don’t know what your abilities are, starters are not too complicated to change out if you have the tools, space, and a way safely lift and support your car. otherwise I’d be looking for a shop to get that checked out.