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Old Aug 19, 2008 | 09:12 PM
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This problem doesnt occur on all start ups. 9 times out of 10 it starts fine. But every now and then it takes a few seconds for the engine to turn over. The best way I can describe this is that when I turn the key it sounds like its going to start but the just keeps trying but eventually starts. At first it sounds normal but it just takes a little more to actually start. I tried to see if it did it when it was cold or hot but it doesnt seem to matter. On a side note my voltage will dip past midway almost into the red area of the gauge then jump back up to normal. This happens often and has been every since I purchased the car a couple of years ago. Other than this it runs perfect. I have no idea what is going on so any help would be nice. Thanks.
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Old Aug 19, 2008 | 09:19 PM
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Easy fix. Sell it and buy a Honda
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Old Aug 19, 2008 | 10:50 PM
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Maybe your starter solenoid is on the way out?
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 05:48 PM
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I will have to look into the solenoid. It would be nice if it were something easy like that.

Unlike my fathers idea of buying a honda.
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It cranks ok. Just won't start as quick as before
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Old Aug 20, 2008 | 09:36 PM
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Need new battery, or cable connections are not good.
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