When i turn the key to start my car the electonics in my car reset, then the car starts up. The onboard computer resets (trip odometer, mpg, etc) and the motor does turn over, but slower than normal. I drive my car daily and this occurs about every 4th time.
Is this due to a bad battery (26k mi, never replaced), an electrical problem, or other problem?
Thanks for your help.

jb

2003 996tt stage 1

 

Ignition switches are known to be problematic...I would guess some kind of short in the switch.

 

I had the same issue when my battery(OEM) was just about ready to die on me. I think it had just enough juice to start the car, but at the same time had a millisecond of no current to the electronics(hence the reset). After a few days of this, I came out to a completely dead battery and bought an Interstate which has been 100% problem free for 3 years.

 

I replaced the battery. Problem solved. Thanks for the help.

jb
2003 996tt stage 1