Vauxhall Vectra won't start

Sometimes my 2001 Vauxhall Vectra wont start. The engine turns over, but there is a ticking sound, like a relay going on and off. The battery is fully charged and, after some time, the ticking stops and the engine starts. Any idea what's going on?

Asked on 14 September 2016 by peter

Answered by Alan Ross

So is the ticking happening when you try to turn the engine over (and the engine does not turn). If so it could be the starter soleniod. Other than that also check all earth straps in the engine compartment.

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