Why does my Suzuki Wagon R crank slowly o r not start at all sometimes?

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Why does my Suzuki Wagon R crank slowly o r not start at all sometimes?

My Suzuki Wagon R occasionally struggles to start—sometimes the engine cranks very slowly o r doesn’t crank at all when I turn the key. The battery is fairly new and fully charged. Could this be a sign of a failing starter motor? What are the common causes of starter motor problems in Wagon Rs in Pakistan?

Gari Specialist asked on 29 May 2025 14:20:40 pm

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Gari Master - on 29 May 2025 14:23:37 pm

Slow cranking o r no cranking despite a healthy battery often points to a failing starter motor o r its related components. Common causes include:

Worn brushes o r commutator inside the starter motor causing weak rotation.

Faulty starter solenoid failing to engage the motor properly.

Corroded o r loose wiring connections between the battery and starter, causing voltage s.

Heat soak where the starter motor overheats after repeated use, common in hot Pakistani climates.

Battery health misjudgment: Even new batteries can have low cranking amps o r poor terminal contact.

Its advisable to check battery terminals, starter wiring, and get the starter motor tested at a trusted workshop.