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4th-and-50

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I tried starting my Mercury Optimax 90hp 2007. Turned over just fine but shut down and now nothing but a click sound. I found one of the spark plug cable was not completely connected. (Duh). Hoped it was a fuse but they are fine. Before I take it in for service would appreciate any suggestions if it is an easy fix. Thanks
 

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If it just clicks when you turn the key it's something starter related. Could be a dead or low battery, bad connection at the battery, starter or starter relay. Could be a bad starter. I would start by giving the battery a good full charge and try again. If that fails I would directly actuate the starter with a battery and booster cables but if you don't know how to do this then bring it in if charging the battery doesn't do anything.
 
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