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Old Jun 24, 2009 | 11:56 PM
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Is this normal?

When I turn the car to start the car, sometimes it takes a little longer to turn over...is this normal?
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:03 AM
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Originally Posted by dcperilli
When I turn the car to start the car, sometimes it takes a little longer to turn over...is this normal?
We can not answer your question with the lack of critical information.

Year?

Transmission?

Mileage?
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:04 AM
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More Info PEE EL ZEE!
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:13 AM
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Originally Posted by dcperilli
When I turn the car to start the car, sometimes it takes a little longer to turn over...is this normal?
I'm gonna let you in a little secret...

The 04 and 05 have weak starters, the 06 and newer have stronger starters. There is a TSB for the 04/05.
Here's a bonus, there's also a little link on the top right of this forum labeled "Search" with an arrow pointing down.
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:25 AM
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2005 27,000 miles auto trans

if it has the weaker starter, what do you suggest I do?
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:26 AM
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Originally Posted by Renesis SE3P
I'm gonna let you in a little secret...

The 04 and 05 have weak starters, the 06 and newer have stronger starters. There is a TSB for the 04/05.
Here's a bonus, there's also a little link on the top right of this forum labeled "Search" with an arrow pointing down.
Of course, that's only if you're still in warranty.
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 12:51 AM
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go to the dealership and say it takes long to crank. maybe your starter is going bad?? they should repair it man. mine did the same thing
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Old Jun 25, 2009 | 09:32 AM
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Originally Posted by dcperilli
When I turn the car to start the car, sometimes it takes a little longer to turn over...is this normal?
Yes, it can take a bit longer if the engine is hot.

Make sure you have all the flash updates.

Lots of people have good results with the improved starter.

I have 2004 with original starter and never swapped it because I find all that I've needed is a robust battery. I don't worry too much if it takes 2 or 3 seconds, as long as it starts. Usually it's much quicker than that. If it is taking more than 4-5 seconds on a frequent basis, then I'd start to worry, imho.
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