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Posted (edited)

Hi, here is my problem. When i start the engine, it feels like it is "weak". I mean i feel like it's not gonna start but it always does. I went to a garage to check the battery ( i did not use my car for two weeks ): they say the battery is ok. What could be the problem (starter ? MAF sensor? )? Should i bring it to the Porsche dealer? Should i continue to drive my car?

Edited by nianeux
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If the car had been sitting for two weeks and your battery is a little weak (how old is it?) then the first start may have been weak. After you drove it to the garage the battery was recharged by the alternator so when they looked at it, it was okay.

Drive it every day for a few days. If it starts fine then do not worry about it. If you are going to leave the car sitting for over a week either disconnect the battery (so it does not drain) or get a float charger.

Posted (edited)

I've been driving the car everyday (250 Km in 6 days). Always the same feeling when I start the engine. The battery is 5 years old i guess, but the garage says it is ok (no draining): they checked the battery yesterday while all the lights and the radio were put on. If there's a problem, I hope it is only the battery. Should I bring it to the Porsche dealer to be sure?

Edited by nianeux
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IMHO with a 5 year battery you are living on borrowed time - it can't have much life left. I would change the battery now and eliminate it as a cause before it strands you somewhere.

Posted (edited)

Went back to a garage, told them I wanted to replace the battery: the car works perfect now. Thanks guys.

Edited by nianeux

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