RE: Wierd start problems.

[raf40@oes.amdahl.com (Richard Funnell)]

Armand,

If the engine turns a bit, but not fast enough when you first try to start
it, that suggests that the solenoid has engaged and the starter isn't
getting enough juice.  I would measure the voltage when you try to start
it.

You should check the manual, but I would guess that 9 or 10 volts is the
minimum when cranking.  Checking this at the battery, the starter and
points in between will help isolate the problem if it is wiring.  If not,
it may be the battery.  Have it load tested to be sure.

>Speaking of wierd start problems...Every once in a while, my '90 AudiQC
>will not start on the first try....there is a small amount of engine
>turn, but it just dies...no matter if I have driven it for 9hours or not
>at all.  I have to turn the key all the way off, take the key out, put it
>back and at try starting it again.  It never fails!!  This is what is
>confusing me.  The starter is just fine (hey, a '90 with 57k on it is a
>baby!), and there are no problems with the engine.  Though it might just
>be wiring (considerng the stock stero system is fuzzing when I turn up
>the volume, that is due to wiring...).  I would appreciate any input from
>anyone who might know about this!  Thanks!  (I think it's about time to
>appease the Audi gods anyways...)
>
>Armand Abundis
>AAbundis@durand.com
>
>'90 Audi QC
>'91 Ford ProbeGL (not for much longer!!...anyone want to buy it?  60k on
>it.  Asking $5000)

Richard Funnell,
San Jose, California
'83 urQ
'87 560 SL