1995 Ford Falcon ignition,starter problem

300,000 MILES • 6 CYL • RWD • AUTOMATIC
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CYNISTAS
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When I go to start car sometimes it makes a grinding noise like the car is already running... it seems to be happening alot more frequent. Any help would be great.
Nov 30, 2013 at 7:06 PM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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It sounds like one of two possible problems. First, and most commonly, the solenoid on the starter goes bad and doesn't properly engage the drive gear to the flywheel. As a result, you get a loud screeching sound like the engine is already running.

The other possible problem is the teeth are bad on the flywheel. However, that is an unlikely problem. In your case, I feel the starter needs replaced.
Dec 1, 2013 at 3:58 AM
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