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Engine Cranks Slowly



Engine Cranks Slowly

Perform the following checks:

* Battery-Battery Inspection/Test. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test. Battery Inspection/Test
* Wiring-Inspect the wiring for damage. Inspect all connections to the starter motor, solenoid, battery, and all ground connections.
* Engine-Make sure the engine is not seized. Refer to Symptoms - Engine.

If the battery, the wiring and the engine are functioning properly and the engine continues to crank slowly, replace the starter motor.