Starter Grind

[boxster6354]

Hi All

Seeking advice for an issue that just started:

When I go to start the car I get a grinding noise for a brief second after it starts, sounds similar to if you turned the ignition on a car that is running.

Not holding the key in start position longer than normal, car starts find (for now) but just seems the ignition stays engaged for a couple sec's after start.

2000 base @ 65k mileage.

Thanks for any input or suggestions.

[particlewave]

Something in the solenoid/bendix area is sticking and not allowing the drive pinion to retract as quickly as it should. Starter should be rebuilt and cleaned

[jdraupp]

Mine was doing this every cold start unless I let the key sit in the on position for three minutes before starting. Then I replaced my AOS and it disappeared...no idea why but knock on wood the starter is back to normal.

[TeamOxford]

Reads like the Bendix spring on the starter is sticking; not allowing the starter gear to disengage after the car starts.

Easy fix is to replace the starter with a new unit. You can get remans, with all moving parts replaced, at very reasonable prices. Or you could just try cleaning and lubing your current unit.

I paid about $165.00 for a reman at Autozone.

TO

[boxster6354]

Thanks all for the replies.

I found a supplier on Rakuten.com for a new starter @ $99.00

For those that might need one in the future here is the link:
STARTER MOTOR 1997-99 PORSCHE BOXSTER 2.5 2000-2005 2.7 3.2 MANUAL TRANSMISSION 986-604-104-00 17758 - Rakuten.com Shopping

[boxster6354]

Strange but just for the hell of it I turned my ignition on for a couple of minutes and tried and no grinding noise...........

Well already ordered a starter and will replace this week and see what happens.

Originally Posted by jdraupp

Mine was doing this every cold start unless I let the key sit in the on position for three minutes before starting. Then I replaced my AOS and it disappeared...no idea why but knock on wood the starter is back to normal.

[TeamOxford]

Trust me...............the grind will be back. And it will happen at the most embarrassing time, like when you go to pick up your date/girlfriend/wife.

TO