Starter is making noise when trying to start the van

Hello,

This sounds like your vehicle's starter is starting to fail. Starters some times have bad brushes or a worn dirty armature that can cause "flat spots" where the starter wont turn or it will drag because of the unwanted resistance that this can cause. Here is a link below on how to replace a starter:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

In the diagrams down below I have included instructions on how to remove and replace your vehicle's starter. Please get back to us with how turns out.

Thanks,
Alex
2CarPros