Thread: Long cranking
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      10-22-2012, 06:52 AM   #15
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Originally Posted by MikeE92M3 View Post
Happened to me yesterday morning. It was really really cold (45 degrees) and had been raining. Crank took maybe 2.5 seconds before it started. Brand new battery, too. I wouldn't worry too much about it unless it is the original battery on your 08.
Mine just started doing this a couple of weeks ago. Especially this morning, I'd say it takes almost a full 2 seconds longer to crank. When it's warmer in the afternoon, no such problems. Good to know, was starting to get worried.

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Originally Posted by Mike Benvo View Post
Check voltage with a voltmeter. Should be at least 12.2 with everything off.
Good to know, thanks Mike. I don't have a voltmeter, although I can get my friend to bring one to work tomorrow. Would reading the voltage via OBD2 while the car is running help me diagnose anything?
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