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ec2690 12-01-2007 10:02 AM

Weak Start?
 
Everytime, in the cold weather, my V6 is very weak to start. I have to hold the key in the ignition for quite a bit before it'll start, and sometimes it'll take a multiple tries. Does anyone know what could be wrong with it? I have a new alternator and a new battery. Any ideas? Thanks :cool:

03DSG 12-01-2007 02:30 PM

my money is on the battery, especially if its four or more years old. If its over 5 years old get a new one, its not worth getting stranded in sub-zero temps far from home. Just to be sure you could always get both checked, most chain auto part shops check them for free.

ec2690 12-01-2007 05:48 PM

nope, both alternator and battery are new (purchased new alternator in the past 2 months, and battery in the past year).

ec2690 12-01-2007 05:49 PM

battery is duralast gold if that makes any difference.

venom 12-01-2007 06:36 PM

Could be weight of oil. You want something lighter during winter.

phil_the_thrill 12-14-2007 02:13 PM

how cold is cold?

ec2690 12-14-2007 11:54 PM

well, I live in the midwest so, anywhere from a few degrees below zero every once in a while


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