Why does my starter make a loud noise?
Why does my starter make a loud noise? A loud screeching or grinding noise from the starter may indicate an alignment problem between the starter gear and the engine flywheel. This alignment problem can cause serious damage to the gear teeth, so have an expert examine and fix it right away. Does a bad starter relay make noise? If your starter relay has gone bad, the electrical signal will never make it from the battery to the starter motor. As a result, your engine won't turn over - no matter how many times you turn the key. A faulty relay...