Engine Cranks Slowly

Perform the following checks:

• Battery - Battery Inspection/Test. Refer to BATTERY INSPECTION/TEST .
• Wiring - Inspect the wiring for damage. Inspect all connections to the starter motor, solenoid, battery, and all ground connections. Refer to CIRCUIT TESTING , WIRING REPAIRS , TESTING FOR INTERMITTENT AND POOR CONNECTIONS and to CONNECTOR REPAIRS in Wiring Systems.
• Engine - Make sure the engine is not seized. Refer to SYMPTOMS - ENGINE MECHANICAL .

  If the battery, the wiring and the engine are functioning properly and the engine continues to crank slowly, replace the starter motor.