Engine Cranks Slowly

Engine Cranks Slowly

Perform the inspections on the following items:

* Battery-Perform the Battery Inspection/Test. Refer to Battery Inspection/Test Battery Inspection/Test.
* Wiring-Inspect the wiring for damage. Inspect all connections to the starter motor, the solenoid, the battery, and all ground connections. Refer to Circuit Testing Circuit Testing , Wiring Repairs Wiring Repairs , Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections , and Connector Repairs Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.
* Engine-Verify that the engine is not seized.

If the battery, the wiring, and the engine are functioning properly, and the engine continues to crank slowly, replace the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (2.0L) Removal and ReplacementStarter Motor Replacement (2.5L) Removal and Replacement.