I have a Saturn SL2 2000 with 115K miles. If I leave the car sitting for a while, it takes a long time to start when I turn the ignition key (about 8-10 seconds). Once the car is running, it runs great. Once its running, if I turn it off, it starts right back up normally, unless I let it sit for a while (at least 30 minutes).
Here's what I know its NOT: spark plugs (relatively new), fuse (all are fine), battery (just replaced, holding charge fine, fully charged), alternator (multimeter reading fine, charging system is a-ok), fuel pump (recently replaced, turns on fine when ignition turned to ON).
I am assuming its the starter. I have not yet been "not able" to start the car, it always starts, just sometimes REALLY drags when I go to crank the engine. Is it the starter? Solenoid? How can I test these? Where is the starter located on my car, and is this something I could remove and have tested, or do I need to have it all done at a shop?
2006-09-06
18:04:48
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Zac G
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