Have you ever started your car and heard that rapid clicking noise? Did you quickly jump to the conclusion the battery is dead? Well, you are not alone. Many of us have fallen victim to those clicking noises and thought our car must need a jump-start. While this is typically the most common cause, there are five things you should look for when you hear rapid clicking. Read more below to read our blog post to learn more about what could be causing those clicking sounds.

Drained battery

You will inevitably begin to retrace your steps. Did you leave the headlights on overnight? Did you accidentally leave the interior light on? Accidents happen, luckily this is a quick fix. Find a good samaritan with another car and pull out your jumper cables. Your vehicle should be up and running in no time!

Cables, Connections and Corrosion 

If you know for sure you didn’t leave the lights on, it’s time to start looking at other culprits. Check the battery and make sure the cables are clamped. Due to road vibrations, sometimes they come loose and limit electrical contact. Give the clamps a good tightening. It is also worthwhile disconnecting the cables completely and cleaning off any grime that may have been built up, potentially causing erosion.

Bad Battery

Maybe your battery is bad and so you need to check if it holds a charge. Call us at Lakeview Automotive, your preferred auto repair Calgary shop, and we can do a quick battery test. The average span of a car battery is three to six years, depending on your environment and time spent driving.

Alternator Issues

Has your car passed the first three options on the checklist? Well, now it is time to check out the alternator. Your vehicle's alternator generates power that recharges the battery of the car. When starting the motor, your battery is easily depleted of power which is when your alternator jumps in to replenish the battery. You will need to have your alternator tested by a certified specialist to determine its functionality. Lakeview Automotive is your auto mechanic in Calgary that can help you with this too!

Starter Motor

Lastly, if you check out on all the above and you only hear one click, then the problem is likely your starter motor or solenoid. The solenoid is the part that moves the electrical current to the starter. This makes it a crucial part of a working vehicle that requires power from a battery to a starter. Call your auto repair Calgary trusted technician to have a look.

Car troubles are never ideal, especially when you can not even start your engine. That is why you can trust Lakeview Automotive for your auto repair in Calgary as your dependable specialists. If you have experienced any car clicking noises, give us a call today and, our team of experts will get to the root cause at 403-242-1575 or book online. We look forward to getting you back safely on the road as Calgary’s auto repair shop's preferred choice.