02 taurus won't turn over just clicks when i try to start brand new battery?

02 taurus will not turn over just clicks wen i try brand new battery installed this am
jayme, January 2012


done
Starter motor solenoid sticking, old trick was tap with hammer, BUT best if removed and cleaned.

SD, January 2012
Starter motor:

Leads, solenoid or the motor itself. If it's 10 years old you're probably due a new starter motor.

If the car is a manual, are you dipping the clutch before operating the starter? If not, you should. It saves wear on the starter motor. Ignore this if its an automatic of course.

ChicksFan, January 2012