Hi,
I've recently bought a 1998 Discovery 300tdi automatic with EDC.
The starter really struggles to crank the engine over for the first couple of turns, then, most of the time, but not always, it accelerates and starts the engine.
This happens all the time, whether the engine is hot or cold.
The dealer I bought it from has checked the alternator, battery connection, and earth straps.
I've changed the battery for a bigger one of 1000 cold cranking amps.
All to no avail.
It seems to have had a new starter motor fitted in 2010.
HELLLPPPP!!!!!!!!