2003 5.4L won't start

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Old 11-16-2010, 11:31 AM
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2003 5.4L won't start

Yesterday I tried to start my 2003 and it started but cut off. I tried restarting to no avail. When i try to start it the motor turns over slowly and the lights on dash and interior go out. I checked battery and even installed a new 1000ca battery and the same problems exist, slow turning over , lights go out. Any suggestions.
 
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Old 11-16-2010, 11:35 AM
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bad starter is my guess
 
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Old 11-16-2010, 12:21 PM
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Connections. The starter is obviously working but not getting enough power. Check/clean all connections especially the one on the starter they have a tendency to corrode especially if you live in a northern area that road salt gets used.
 
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Old 11-16-2010, 12:47 PM
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Is your 'theft' light staying on or the odometer have a '------' reading?
 
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Old 11-16-2010, 01:51 PM
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That's a battery thing. A dead battery or your cables shot/ very bad connection at the starter.
 



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