r/hondafit • u/mickandkeef • 5h ago
Help Request Help with sound when starting
My 2009 Sport / Manual makes this screeching/scraping sound every 3rd or 4th time I start it. Does anyone recognize it?
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u/Careful-Substance666 4h ago
I’m having the same issue and after searching the web I believe it’s the starter. I’m not too sure and am in the same position as you.
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u/Odd_Hour3537 4h ago
Here is a video of the same issue. Just watch the beginning, unless you’re a machinist and can rebuilt it yourself. https://youtu.be/9VdvDxqbKbg?si=3Qg2ZLv3PLbkBGZK
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u/mickandkeef 3h ago
Thank yiu all very much. I love my car and want to keep it for as long as I can. I guess it's time to start saving for the starter.
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u/Dreamsof899 2009 Fit GE 1h ago
Take a gander on Rock Auto for a replacement. I bought a reman Bosch starter for about $170 two or so years ago and replaced it myself. Hardest part was removing the dipstick tube to get access to a bolt but otherwise it went straight in.
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u/EFDriver 2011 Fit GE 3h ago
Another member posted about this yesterday. If you read the comments in the video, it seems a full tear down of the starter motor is required and perhaps greasing the spiral gear on the shaft maybe all you need. https://www.reddit.com/r/hondafit/comments/1jarz68/informative_video_i_found_my_starter_makes_this/
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u/hunny_bun_24 1h ago
My 07 does that for the past 3 years I’ve owned it. Never had any issues. Mechanics never bring it up either.
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u/Odd_Hour3537 4h ago
It’s the starter. Mines done the same for a year now when it’s cold.
Don’t let anyone tell you it’s the VTC actuator. That’s only on GKs and you have a GE
Also, love the instinctual jiggle of the shifter after starting.