Startup Squeal When Cold (video)
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I have a similar issue. Would love to know how this turned out. I am tempted to just replace the starter and see if the noise goes away. Mine also starts sluggish a few times and then die when I hit the gas. Restart and fine. Always after sitting more than 8 hours.
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Yes, if you DIY and don't mind the labor, you can remove the gears and lube them and that should fix the problem.
If you use a shop, then most likely replacing it with a new one $100+ (Bosh new) will be less risky since you never know if the lube will bring it back.
(starter is courtesy of sjg1138)
If you use a shop, then most likely replacing it with a new one $100+ (Bosh new) will be less risky since you never know if the lube will bring it back.
(starter is courtesy of sjg1138)
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But the noise has gone away and I can't recall the last time I heard it. But it is a bit warmer now than it was earlier this year when the noise was present so I'm thinking it is a colder weather problem, though at some point the thing will degrade to where it makes the noise even in warmer weather.
Oh, and the tech said the starter can be "rebuilt" when the time comes vs. replaced.
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Any reason I should pay more for the Bosch starter, or is the Napa one fine?
When I replaced the alternator, I used the Bosch one since it had a clutch, and the Napa one didn't.
When I replaced the alternator, I used the Bosch one since it had a clutch, and the Napa one didn't.