Originally Posted by
Cobrajet
The first thing I tell people to do in this situation is try their headlights, as the headlights will draw an amount of power similar to the power draw of the starter. This will allow you to get an instant visual approximation of the condition of the battery. If the headlights are as bright as they normally should be, then the starting problem is likely, well...a problem with the starter.
If the headlights are dim and it seems like the starter might not be getting the amps it needs to turn the car over, then it is time to do further diagnostics on the wiring, grounds, alternator, etc. At 105k miles, wiring damage, alternator output, and the condition of the starter are all viable explanations.
Is it possible that you just left the dome light on for a few hours or something? Has it done this before?
No it hasn't done this before. I was thinking the same thing so I went and checked but the light was off. Maybe something else was on?
It was turning over normally, not the clicking sound, but it was slow and weak.
I didn't think about the starter. I guess I'll just keep an eye on it for now.
Thanks!
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