Weird noise at start up

kowalcs · #1 11-28-2005, 02:59 PM

I went to go show off my new R/T AWD today at lunch to a coworker and when I went to start it, it made a grinding noise like the starter didn't catch the flywheel. It sound a lot like when you try to start a car that is already running. I tried it again and it started fine. Anyone else have this issue before? I'm hoping that it's just a fluke.

hipsterj · #2 11-28-2005, 03:29 PM

Nope, nothing like that in 4,000 miles.

crazymjb · #3 11-28-2005, 09:10 PM

The starter was probably not engaging the flywheel for some reason(happened on my friends boat to one of the engines, we had to have someone turn the ignition and push it out with a screwdriver). Sometimes they stick and don't pop up like they are supposed to. If it doesnt re-occur dont worry about it. Otherwise try lubing the starter up, if that doesnt work complain to dodge, they LOVE warranty work.