Whirring noise then engine starts

MagsFred · Jul 26, 2020

Hi, our defender 90, just made a whirring sound and would not start this afternoon. After 3 attempts she fired up. Is this likely to be a starter motor going wrong? Thanks

tottot · Jul 26, 2020

What engine ?

MagsFred · Jul 29, 2020

tottot said:
What engine ?

Its a 1996 model. 2.5 Diesel. Think its a 300 tdi. Thanks

tottot · Jul 29, 2020

Sounds like starter is not engaging with flywheel ring gear.

Whirring noise then engine starts

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