Q: just swapped my engine on my g35 but engine wont start i hear clicking sound when i turn the key on ignition?

asked by on July 24, 2017

i swapped engine from pathfinder truck onto my g35 and when i put key on the ignition lights are on inside the car as i turn the key on ignition i just hear clicking sound doesnt start at all what can the problem be?

My car has 132000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.

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