hey guys. i have a 01 ap1, and i noticed during only cold starts i would get a grinding noise, kinda sounds like the starter is sticks for a bit; but the car runs fine..and only happens during cold starts, or even randomly..can it be the starter ? several other ppl has been saying it can be my timing chain tensioner ? any input would be greatly appreciated.

 

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Me to. I think it's the TCT

 

If its just happening on starts it's the starter. It's a common complaint.

 

so funny I read this. my car did this the other day. Its like the bendix of the starter is hanging up. prolly the solenoid sticking, it has'nt done it since so I wont worry till it happens again.

 

it'll happen again.
Mine has done it for a while...(although I don't drive it much in the winter)

 

me 2, usually happens during very cold weather... or if i haven't driven it in a while.. (same exact sound you would get while your car is running and you press the start button... dont do it ofcourse, lol)

 

yep

 

no fix as far as i know...but a lot of people asking...

no known damage so far...

some people have posted they replaced the starter and still have the problem...

happens more often on cold starts...

 

My bet is on this as well, and for about a $150 part and 15 min replacement. Why not replace it?

 

is it easy to replace ? my internet keeps error'in out i cant hit the search button.