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Old 01-08-2004, 09:09 AM
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I have a 96 A4 2.8 that has a mind of its own. Sometimes the car will start right up. Other times it takes 10-15 turns of the key for it to start (the first 10 or so times I get either nothing, zero, or the instrument panel lights will come on), and sometimes it won't start at all. Every time I take it to the shop it starts right up no problem. They say the battery is good. Any suggestions?
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when it does start what does the voltmeter read?
should be around 14v-14.5v, if not, ask them to check your alternator. it could also be a faulty starter
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