C4 battery

[NovaScotiaC4]

Replaced the battery this spring. Went to start it two weeks later, battery dead. Realized the dome lights were on (my bad!) Boosted battery engaged clutch, car didn’t start just click, click, click. Engaged clutch again and car started. Started three times after. Any idea what could be the issue? This is a 1994 six speed standard, convertible.
Thanks for any advice. Save the wave!

 

[Rruuff Day]

Replaced the battery this spring. Went to start it two weeks later, battery dead. Realized the dome lights were on (my bad!) Boosted battery engaged clutch, car didn’t start just click, click, click. Engaged clutch again and car started. Started three times after. Any idea what could be the issue? This is a 1994 six speed standard, convertible.
Thanks for any advice. Save the wave!

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[Murray20c8]

Welcome to the forum.
How long did you charge the battery for before trying to start it.
A car won't start on just a battery charger.

 

[NovaScotiaC4]

It was fully charged. So says my mechanic.

 

[Murray20c8]

The other thing I'd chick is the connections. Make sure they are nice and tight. Has it failed since it has started every time? Sounds like you said it failed initially but has worked ever since.

 

[ZR1North]

It could be your clutch safety switch. Ensure your clutch is fully depressed to activate the switch. The switch can be bypassed to troubleshoot it. Some leave the bypass in place meaning you can start the car without the clutch depressed. This requires special care because if one forgets and starts the car in 1st gear, it will cause it to jump forward.