Strange Problems 98 2.3 Auto

[Topbloke]

Hi folks i havn't been on here in a long while so some may remember me a lot won't okay the problem that i am having is this, couple of weeks ago I jumped into the car turned the key and no cranking, heard a funny beeping noise never heard before sounded like it was under passenger seat " i rarely use this car its the wifes" tried it again same thing"no crank beep" checked that all the doors were shut tried again started and no further problems, recently been advised by swmbo that its starting "funny" slow cranking, battery is four years old so about time it had a new one but checked charge to be sure, all okay, i went out tonight to collect my daughter and the car cranked over a lot longer than it normaly do's to the point that i almost let go of the key to try it again, but it caught and i started driving, but what i noticed was that the light in the drivers door was flashing rapidly then went into a sequence of flashes, 23 was the code but i have searched to no avail on this forum and am unable to find any reference to this, i dont know if the battery being in a poor condition has caused this or if its all related to relay 30/27 your input will be gratefully accepted and i will post the resolution if i get to the bottom of it many thanks TB

[mike634949]

Just noticed your post. To the day we seem to have developed identical faults on 2.3 's. Mine is manual, and has no other faults apparent. Also seeking info re the 2:3 fault code. Stay in touch !