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Originally Posted by anom3
see this post ( i'm sure you already have, but, http://www.m3post.com/forums/showpos...5&postcount=20 ).
there is a distinct 0.5 sec or so pause between when the engine starts firing on its own and when the noise takes place.
wouldnt a starter issue be present RIGHT away?
someone want to chime in? |
It is true that when the starter on my M5 was on it's way out, it was immediately present on startup/as the car cranked, if I remember correctly. But the sounds are very similar.
Malek's suggestion is that it is the starter disengaging. In that case, maybe there would be a delay --
It is the starter disengaging which can usually make a loud metallic sound as the starter gear pops back.