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Old 12-11-2009, 07:09 PM
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Re: 1998 5.7L starting problems

It's not a symptom of a damaged starter. A damaged starter will slips and make a lound metallic noise when a teeth is broken.

When it goes slowly, it means that the battery is weak. Don't forget that is very cold now. Battery has only 40% of its power, and engine needs 110% more power that usual, so 210%. It's why it's hard to crank.You should see weak bulbs light when it happens.

Or maybe also a bad contact on batt terminals. Check if there's no dirt or loose connection. Cables should not turn when you turn them with force.
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