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winter question

2K views 6 replies 6 participants last post by  ChrissyStang02 
#1 ·
Does anyone know why only in the winter when i start my car it makes a kinda grinding noise like the starter is sticking? It used to do it on my '96 but i totaled it before i could find out :cry:
 
#2 ·
Does it only happen when its really cold? like below 20? the lube that helps keep it move smoothly may be freezing somewhat... esp if the starter's been on a while.. not sure what would help it though, my regal does the same thing now and again
 
#6 · (Edited)
Its usually around that 25 degree mark or below that its really noticable. I'd say thats a reasonable explanation because it doesnt seem to do it after i drive it for a while. I've got about 65k on it so im gonna guess the starter probably hasnt been changed yet.
 
#7 ·
hopefully it's just the cold! it sounds like it's pretty common. i live in IA and i don't hear this with mine, but i know it hates the cold.
 
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