Hey guys, my GF'* Montero is making a clicking noise at the starter. I checked the cables cleaned them, checked voltage and battery is reading 12.59 but lights are dim, wipers barely work. I was wondering if it is possible to have a battery read 12 plus volts but still not have enough amperage to run anything? My gut feeling say it is possible and I probably need to replace pos and neg cable and a new battery. any thoughts?

Yes it is possible. Can you jump start the car with cables from another car?

yes, or if I charge it all night long.

Sounds like the battery. I believe AutoZone will test it for you at no charge.

sounds like just go for the battery for now. but still clean the ends of the cables.

People are going to hate me for this, but I love my WalMart battery. Been using it for 2 or 3 years with no issues what so ever. And it'* hard to beat the price.

Just don't get their cheap battery. I got their mid-price batery (about 60 to 70 bucks if I remember right), and selected the largest one that would physically fit in the car. I rarely if ever get the Voltmeter wander most people report any more

Thats what I thought. I was a little unsure because this truck has 10 times the wiring as a bonnie and not nearly as fun to work on, this truck has been a pain in my *** for the past 2 years. Thanks for the input,You guys rock, and have never let me down.

I run the walmart bats, best part is if they do go , their warranty policy is great.

I put in new battery, all is well Thanks guys.