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Definitely just insufficient current to run the starter motor. What happens (causing the flashing/clicking) is that when you turn the key, the starter relay/solenoid switches on, and the starter motor pulls all the available current, dropping the battery voltage extremely low. It can no longer power the relay, so the relay springs back and the load (starter ...
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If your last paragraph is the question, I think it is far too broad. You would be best off getting the manual and with its help:
reconnecting anything that should be connected
cleaning anything dirty or full of insects etc
check continuity of all wires individually and replace any that are faulty
check spark plugs
check air inlets
move all mechanical parts ...
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If it's a manual transmission, possibly the starter motor is slow to disengage and is grinding against the flywheel as the engine is firing up. The low oil is very suspicious though and doesn't go along with that. Could just be a coincidence. Or, could be pointing to something far worse. However, engine related startup scary noises are normally more of a ...
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