Trouble starting Mazda SP20

[AJ]

I wasn't sure where to put this one but here we go.

Mrs AJ drives a Mazda SP20 but its having trouble starting. The battery is fine. I've tested it with the engine off over night and while at idle and constantly get over 12.5v. When I turn the key though, it really struggles to get going. Would this be the starter motor? Any ideas?

Thanks.

[vipfto]

would still say battery there AJ

[mr-charisma]

hmm.. interesting one.. once it's been warmed up can you turn it off & back on without problems?

[AJ]

hmm.. interesting one.. once it's been warmed up can you turn it off & back on without problems?

Not sure, I'll give it a go tomorrow and report back.

Cheers.

[Bennoz]

Does it struggle to turn over (as in slow roation) or does it turn over fine but just has trouble firing?

[AJ]

it struggles to turn over. Interior lights go dim etc.

[mr-charisma]

bad earth maybe?

i think that can effect spark plugs, stalling , poor idle etc..

[mr-charisma]

found this link, which may help pinpoint it .. still think bad earth wire is the best bet;

http://techauto.awardspace.com/

[mr-charisma]

and this; http://www.cheap-auto-car-insurance-quo ... _start.htm

[AJ]

thanks, I'll give them a look.

[I8A4RE]

battery mate

[AJ]

battery mate

The charge is good though?

[I8A4RE]

Battery mate Cranking amps

Pull the battery out of your fto and put it in the mazda if your unsure

[koolio1234]

grab some jump leads and try to jump the mazda off your fto.