Hi Folks,
Over the past couple of weeks I have noticed that cranking the engine is taking a second or so rather that an instant. On Friday when I started I got a clicking from the dashboard before the engine finally caught. Then low and behold on Sunday I just got the click and the engine wouldn't even turn over. A set of jump leads and a good friend later things were fine. The car started this morning but I can only think my battery might be on its last legs. Been in the car for about 3 1/2 years. So my questions are...
1) Are these symptoms that inidcate a 'dead' battery
2) Is there any other componants worth a check (i.e. Alternator)
3) Assuming I need a new battery any recommendations? Should I stick with O.E.M for dealer, can I get O.E.M. form German and Swedish etc for less? Or is there an aftermarket which performs as well or better?
4) The financial impacts?!
Thanks for you help !