my Skoda Octavia NFL (2020-Present) won't start, just clicks, what should I do?

Solution

1. Preparation

• Gather tools and parts required for the repair.
• Ensure the vehicle is in a safe location with sufficient space to work.
• Wear safety goggles and gloves.

2. Battery Inspection and Replacement

• Sub-steps:
  1. Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery to ensure safety.
  2. Clean the battery terminals with a wire brush if corrosion is present.
  3. Reconnect the battery and retest the voltage.
  4. If the battery is below 12.4 volts, recharge or replace the battery.

Tools Required:

• Multimeter
• Wire brush
• Safety goggles
• Gloves

3. Starter Motor Testing

• Sub-steps:
  1. Disconnect the starter motor’s electrical connector.
  2. Connect a jumper wire from the battery positive terminal to the starter motor terminal.
  3. If the starter engages and cranks the engine, the starter motor may be faulty.
  4. If not, check the starter relay and connections.

Tools Required:

• Jumper wire

4. Replace Starter Motor (if necessary)

• Sub-steps:
  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove any components obstructing access to the starter motor.
  3. Unbolt the starter motor from its mounting.
  4. Disconnect the electrical connections and remove the starter.
  5. Install the new starter by reversing the removal steps, ensuring all connections are secure.
  6. Reconnect the negative terminal of the battery.

Tools Required:

• Socket set
• Torque wrench