Weak starting

[87turbolook911]

Last week I replaced the battery because I noticed that the car was "straining" to start.

I purchased a Deka OEM replacement battery.

In the mornings or cold motor it seems to turn over and start fine. Not a strong start, but starts nonetheless.

After driving about an hour to work this morning I stopped for gas. When I got back in to start it, It was almost like it had a low battery. It did start, but not with the strength like in the morning.

The volt meter ion the car shows just about 14 volts.

Is this normal or should I check something out?

[geza]

Your dealer or auto electrician can perform a cold cranking amperage draw test - to see if the battery is delivering the correct amperage to the starter motor. It could be that your starter is simply in need of repair or replacement. They should also check the alternator charge rate to make sure that current back to the battery is to specification.

Edited December 15, 2005 by geza

[87turbolook911]

UPDATE: Dealer determined it needed a new starter.

Your dealer or auto electrician can perform a cold cranking amperage draw test - to see if the battery is delivering the correct amperage to the starter motor. It could be that your starter is simply in need of repair or replacement. They should also check the alternator charge rate to make sure that current back to the battery is to specification.