Q: Difficult to get car to turn over
It takes time to actually get the engine to turn over and start. There is no noise coming from the engine when I initially turn the key.
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Hi. If your vehicle is slow to crank or has trouble starting, this may be a sign of a problem with the battery. I would recommend having the battery tested by a professional technician, such as one from YourMechanic, to first ensure it is not the problem, and then proceed from there. If it is said to be defective, the battery will need to be replaced.
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