wont turn

[///M42 sport]

When I turn the key, the engine barely turns, then quits. Have synthetic 15w-50 and its about 38 right now. Could this be the problem?

I also just put on a alternator belt. Its it possible to put the belt on too tightly? COuld this contribute to my engine problem?

[craig4ie]

I have 20w50 in a colder climate...your oil shouldn't be the problem.

Make sure all the lights/fans/radio stuff is OFF to minimize the draw on the battery when the motor is trying to turn over.

Was the car fine before you put the new alternator belt on?

[Hick]

CCA - Cold Crank Amps. Battery may be dead. Is this the first really cold day? 38 isnt very cold for a battery, but if you can jump it fine that may be the reason. Could also be a draw from leaving the lights on or another electric draw.

BTW, the Unloader relay turns off all accessories while cranking, so it is no necessary to turn them off yourself.

[///M42 sport]

K thanks. Its been sitting for about a week; ever since it started snowing so I'll try jump starting.

Yeah it ran fine before I put the new alt belt on.

[///M42 sport]

thanks guys. I brought the battery inside and let it warm up-->reinstalled in car-->starts! I can go home now haha.

[Teaguer]

Its about time you got your head out of your ass poonjab . :p

[nando]

yeah, i was going to run 15w50 all winter, but I had to change my oil and all I could get was 5w50. doh! oh well..

[jlevie]

The oil isn't the problem. A less than fully charged or old battery is the problem.

[nando]

The oil isn't the problem. A less than fully charged or old battery is the problem.

thanks, I can read. :p