SentraMench wrote:
> My 96 Sentra has an intermittent starting problem. When it does
> turn over, it starts fine, but you sometimes have to turn the key a
> few times, just to get the starter to engage.
>
> It also makes a groaning sound from somewhere in the engine area,
> when you turn the key to "on", but do not start the car.
>
> Sort of an "errrrrrrk" that lasts for about a second, and stops.
>
> What is this sound from ?
>
> Is this sound possibly related to the starting problem ???
My car, which has had a different starting problem, makes this
sound. I believe it is the fuel pump, which is located under the
rear seat. However, I might think it was coming from the engine
compartment if I didn't know what it was. My sound lasts for
several seconds however.
My guess is that the sound you are hearing is normal and you
have only noticed it because of the starting problem.
I think the primary suspect is the ignition switch, which I
believe you can change fairly easily and is...about $100? I'm not
sure. Other possibilities include the starter and solenoid, and
there may be interlock switches on the clutch/transmission.
--
PB
"I suspect you're an arrogant little pissant who grew up in the
Red Bull generation." - CJW
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