starting issues

travis873o · 06-29-2012, 12:28 AM

So it's hit or miss, usually miss, when i try to start the 740.

When it does start:

A HORRIBLE cranking noise (almost a grind but more of a screech) occurs until it starts up.

When it doesn't start:

It just clicks just once, doesn't turn over or anything. I read about the park sensor not engaging, but the click it makes does not occur when trying to start in neutral or drive so i've ruled that out.

Only thing i can think of is the starter pinion binding with the ring gear. What do you guys think?

travis873o · 06-29-2012, 12:29 AM

all the gauge lights come on as they should when the key is turned to "start" as well.

ziddey · 06-29-2012, 03:33 AM

Yes, sounds starter related. Once it starts, no more noise

06-29-2012, 12:28 AM	#1
travis873o Board Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN	starting issues So it's hit or miss, usually miss, when i try to start the 740. When it does start: A HORRIBLE cranking noise (almost a grind but more of a screech) occurs until it starts up. When it doesn't start: It just clicks just once, doesn't turn over or anything. I read about the park sensor not engaging, but the click it makes does not occur when trying to start in neutral or drive so i've ruled that out. Only thing i can think of is the starter pinion binding with the ring gear. What do you guys think?

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06-29-2012, 12:29 AM	#2
travis873o Board Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Knoxville, TN	all the gauge lights come on as they should when the key is turned to "start" as well.

06-29-2012, 03:33 AM	#3
ziddey Board Member Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: bkny	Yes, sounds starter related. Once it starts, no more noise