2000 XJ/MJ won't start

[NYY_XJ]

Ok.. So the MJ won't start.. Here is what I have so far..



When you try to start the truck all you hear is clicking
It can be started by crossing the terminals on the starter (with the key in the on position)
I've checked the starter relay/fuses (those are all fine)


Any other ideas to try?

[Flexxj90]

A few things to check
First and foremost would be the ground from the starter and on the battery itself

sounds like either you dont have enough juice to flow through the starter solenoid( which if it starts by jumping the starter than i doubt that) or your solenoid is bad.

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[H2_RECOVERY]

You need to check the small wire for 12 volts when the key is turned to the start position. If not trace where your losing power. If you have power clean grounds and check. if that does not work replace the starter. I have a mini van at the school which is doing the same thing and it is the starter.