On Apr 7, 7:07 am, "631grant" <tjwit...@bellsouth.net> wrote:> Hi,> If
your battery light is staying on, the primary problem is that your>
charging system is not working properly and not charging the battery
fully.> That needs to be checked at a dealer, shop, or even a parts
place.  The> reason it would start slower when hot is that the starter
is attached> directly to the engine so it gets hot also.  With
increases in heat the> resistance of the starter motor's windings goes
up.  This restricts the flow> of current, hence slows the starter
motor down and gives it less power to> start your engine.  With your
lower battery voltage, this makes the matter> even worse.> >
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lately...its hard> > starting when its got a warm engine. The red
battery indicator light> > comes on on the instrument panel but the
battery is brand new and was> > doing it before i replaced the
battery. Most of the time, the check> > engine indicator light will
also come on as im cranking.  Once it> > starts, its rough for about 3
seconds then smooths out. No> > driveability problems though.   Any
thoughts on this ? It has 48,000> > miles on it . Thanks, David.- Hide
quoted text -> > - Show quoted text -REPLY: Thanks for your reply. It
doesnt crank any slower...turns at the same speed . The red battery
light goes out after it starts.