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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 06:34 AM
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Growling!!!

I've noticed on my '01 sport trac that sometimes when the truck has sat up that it makes a growling noise when I first crank it. It sounds like a diesel truck starting. Any idea what this might be?
 
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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 08:43 AM
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I think we need some more info on this.
When exactly does the noise occur? as soon as you turn the key? before the engine fires? after?
And can you get somebody to help pinpoint where the noise is coming from, that would help a lot.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 08:44 AM
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piston slap?
 
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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 09:53 AM
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It happens right as the starter engages and the engine is turning over then quits.
 
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Old Jan 17, 2006 | 10:05 AM
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If I'm reading you right, it's a starter motor or ring gear problem.
maybe a broken/missing tooth on the motor or the ring gear, or damaged bendix (starter throw out mechanism).
 
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Old Jan 19, 2006 | 12:12 PM
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That problem is normal with the Sport Trac.

There is no problem.
 
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Old Jan 21, 2006 | 06:14 PM
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Sounds like cam chain tensioners similar to probs in earlier X's. However, if the sound goes away in less than a couple minutes, you're probably all right.
 
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