Originally Posted by Tbirdtony

I took the battery to AutoZone and they ran a load test. The battery actually passed the load test but the printout stated that the battery capacity was at 50%. The readout said not to install the battery unless it had a complete charge. AutoZone put the battery on a "hot charge" for 40 minutes. They re-ran the test with the same results. The battery was still showing capacity at 50%. I purchased a new battery and installed it. The engine started right up. In the 1 1/2 years that I have owned the car I never saw the engine turn over so fast. Looks like everyone is right - Check the battery first and if it isn't 100% replace it.

Thanks again for the assistance.