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Old 08-19-2008, 05:58 PM   #3
FrayAdjacent
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Could be the starter solenoid sticking - this causes the flywheel to spin the starter motor breifly... it sounds pretty bad.

I've heard my car make the sound a few times. Generally not a huge issue, but if it happens a lot, it may need attention.
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