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Question: when i try to start my car it sounds like metal scrapin metal real loud
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my car stopped runnin in nov of 2010 im tryin to fix it up now ive checked all the fuses liquids and got a new battery ive tried to start it up wit the old battery and the new one and it screeches real loud like metal scrapin metal i try turn it off but it still runs the only way to make it stop is to unplug the battery whats wrong please help
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Brian Glastetter June 13, 2011, 19:57
MasterTo answer your question, I need to know if your vehicle only makes the noise when the starter is activated or when the engine is running (or the starter staying activated unintentionally). From your description of your concern, it sounds as if your starter may be staying electronically engaged and the mating flywheel might be damaged.
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brittney_769, June 13, 2011, 22:01Rookieit does it when i try to start it up and it wont stop even when i try to turn it back off and take the key out i have to unplug the battery how much do you think it would cost to get it fixed
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Visitor, June 14, 2011, 12:27ReplyTo know the costs, it must be determined what the root cause might be. It could be a faulty ignition switch or even the starter solenoid sticking. Begin at the starter. Check for power at the primary starter wire only when the key is in the start position. If power is still being applied when the key is released, check at the ignition switch. Is there any aftermarket alarm or disable devices that could be faulty?
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