my 98 Honda Passport makes a grinding sound when starting

1998 HONDA PASSPORT
120,000 MILES
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LORRAINE ROEHL
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When I go to start my car, it makes this grinding sound then it starts. I don't know what to check. Is it my oil? Please let me know.. thank you
Nov 3, 2011 at 2:47 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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Actually, it sounds like the starter. Check to see if that is where the noise is coming from. ALSO, you should always check to make sure the oil is clean and full.
Nov 3, 2011 at 2:52 AM
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LORRAINE ROEHL
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Thank You... I will check... also I don't know how to check the transmission fluid? There is no dip stick to check.
Nov 3, 2011 at 2:58 AM
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JACOBANDNICKOLAS
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There are bolts on the side. The low one is a drain, the top one is where you check. It should be full to the bottom of the threads on this one.
Nov 3, 2011 at 3:02 AM
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