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I've got a '99 SVT. I haven't driven it in a couple days and the temperature outdoors has been dropping. I get in it today and it won't start. The engine turns over weakly and makes a high pitch humming noice. Anyone ever encounter a simalar problem? Can someone give me some reccomendations as to what I should check??
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Brian,
Are you familiar with the sound a weak battery makes? I'd check your battery first. Maybe try and jump start it.
If the problem is your battery, you'll probably want to think about getting a new one. Especially as the temps drop this winter.
- Zack
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Everything electrical in my car is working no problem so I don't think its my battery...
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If the headlights stay bright while cranking it would have to be in the cable to the starter, or the starter itself.
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I'll have to check that out..Thanks the advice 
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To anyone that has replaced their starter themselves...Is this an easy fix? I just don't want to have to pay for towing...I'd just like to replace it myself it its not too lengthly of a job...
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Originally posted by brian8064:
To anyone that has replaced their starter themselves...Is this an easy fix?
Yes. 3 blots and it's out. You might have to remove battery and intake box/filter.
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