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My 94 Toyota Camry did not start, it just made a click sound, therefore could it be the battery or maybe the starter needs replacing?
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Typically when a Toyota Starter makes a click, it is the Starter itself, but make sure that your battery has at least 12.6 volts with the engine off and has around 14.0 volts while idling. A V6 starter takes about 1.1 hours and a 4 cylinder a bit less. Either starter goes for about $160-250 depending on where you purchase it. ( get a good quality starter, the cheapies go out in a hurry)
You need to check the battery voltage when the key is turned to the 'Start' position. If it's 12 volts, check for 12 volts at the starter power cable connection when the key is turned to the 'Start' position. If it's good, check for 12 volts at the smaller 'Start' termminal connection at the starter when the key is turned to the 'Start' position. If OK, suspect the starter.
I had this problem with my 91 model. I took the battery to a local autoshop, which charged it (for free) and when I put it back in, car started right up. P.S. mine does this when it gets cold, in case that matters