Slow engine crank when the engine is warm

2010 MAZDA 3
110,000 MILES • 4 CYL • FWD • AUTOMATIC
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LELLIOTT46
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Vehicle starts right up when the engine is cold but very slow to turn over and crank when the engine is warm.
Jan 27, 2016 at 10:02 AM
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HMAC300
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check battery for condition including load test most places do for free. make sure terminals are clean and free of corrosion
Jan 27, 2016 at 12:01 PM
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LELLIOTT46
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Thanks, will do that tomorrow and respond back
Jan 27, 2016 at 2:37 PM
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