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bimmerboi318 · 09-09-2004, 03:19 AM

its not turning slowly? well i'd say the starter is fine. its doing its job if its cranking at the right speed. if its not FIRING up right away, it could be a couple things. possibly low fuel pressure. possible worn spark plugs. try turning the key on and off a couple times before you start it to build up fuel pressure. or check a spark plug. or maybe the car is just racking up some miles and it takes a little longer to start.

btw just because a battery is new doesnt mean its good

ive seen a couple brand new ones that were bad. but if its not cranking slow, it should be ok.

09-09-2004, 03:19 AM	#8
bimmerboi318 Senior Member Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: Tucson, AZ Posts: 290 iTrader: (0) Photo Gallery	its not turning slowly? well i'd say the starter is fine. its doing its job if its cranking at the right speed. if its not FIRING up right away, it could be a couple things. possibly low fuel pressure. possible worn spark plugs. try turning the key on and off a couple times before you start it to build up fuel pressure. or check a spark plug. or maybe the car is just racking up some miles and it takes a little longer to start. btw just because a battery is new doesnt mean its good ive seen a couple brand new ones that were bad. but if its not cranking slow, it should be ok. __________________ Vince Carknard 1995 318ti Active Hellrot, 16" 5 spoke, "Fogged" airbox mod, Stromung exhaust, Bilstein Sports, BMW sport springs, 3.73lsd, others...