Crazy squealing/grinding sound on start up

marklawder · Post by **marklawder** » 19 Jan 2013, 18:03

I will try and describe what is going on, but this video explains it all. On start up I get this obnoxious squealing or grinding sound for 10-20 seconds then a metallic, hollow, "ping" or "shunk" and it disappears (ping sound at :23 in the video). I thought this was belt related, but why would it go away like it does? This is a 1995 850 (not a turbo). Any help is appreciated. Thanks. Oh yea, ignore the red fuel line, I did that a few years a go and it hasn't ever been an issue.

www.youtube.com/watch?v=ttGoQaDxCHA

ed7 · Post by **ed7** » 20 Jan 2013, 11:14

The pinion gear is still engaged with the flywheel when it should retract.
This starter is in need of replacement. The bushings are worn and is beyond repair.
Ed

marklawder · Post by **marklawder** » 25 Jan 2013, 18:11

Hi ed, thank you for your diagnosis. I replaced the starter and the sound is no more, car seems to be running fine.

Post by **rspi** » 25 Jan 2013, 18:25

You guys are awesome. Go Ed.

gswede · Post by **gswede** » 26 Jan 2013, 21:16

do yourself a favour and change the seal on the oil filler cap. Will make for less grime in the hood and better smelling interior..