Startup Problems :(

[customnewbie]

I have a 2005 toyota corolla ce with about 77k miles
Lately I've been having problems starting my car.

When I try to start the car I hear a terrible clicking noise. The noise almost sounds like a small jack hammer.
After I try to start the car up the second time I begin to hear the familiar normal/healthy start up noise yet it sounds sluggish and slowly progresses to start.
It takes about three tries to finally get the car going.

I thought it was the battery so I took it to AutoZone to have it recharged. Luckily the car returned to normal. Then, a few days later the same symptoms returned
I also forgot to mention that sometimes when I start the car the motor has this unusual shaking movement.

Anyone have any ideas?

[karazy]

All signs of a low battery. Did they test it before charging? If they did, then you should check the alternator.

[tigerclaws1318]

The clicking noise your hearing is the relay clicking. How old is your battery? It doesn't matter if the battery was fully charged if it doesnt provide the cranking amps to start the car. Since your car is a 05 and I'm betting it still has the orginal OEM battery. They normally last about 4 years before replacement. Have youur battery replaced and you wont have any starting issues.

[rocke86]

Could be a short/drain in the system, that kept draining my old oldsmobile after not using it a while requiring a jump. The weird noise when starting could indicate power is going elsewhere, try turning off ac/radio/accessories when starting to see if that is affecting it. Also the battery may not be getting charged properly or the battery is bad.

[customnewbie]

I replaced the battery. It looks like everything is working okay now. Hopefully this doesn't again.
Thanks for help