I started my truck the other day and it did not crank. I have noticed that this only happens the first time I start the engine each day, If I hold the key in the start position it will eventually crank after a few seconds. Yesterday I started the engine and it had one knock on the first crank. Today I started the engine and it knocked twice. I need some help guys. Thanks for any ideas as to whats going on.
My engine is knocking when I try to start it... Any help?
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Can you describe the "knock" any better?
Like does it sound like a loud knock from the engine or a clicking noise from the starter motor?
If the latter, you most likely need to replace the starter contacts and plunger
Like does it sound like a loud knock from the engine or a clicking noise from the starter motor?
If the latter, you most likely need to replace the starter contacts and plunger
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it is definantly a load knock.
I can't remember which way, but parking at an extreme incline or decline will cause enough oil to drain out of the engine to cause a knock like noise upon startup. I want to say nose down, but I'm not sure.
possible hydro lock from leaking headgasket after sitting overnight?
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This kinda points to:
-low battery voltage
-perhaps a cell in the battery is bad so it's not taking a full charge, colder nights don't help. Check the voltage on the battery while an assistant crank the engine over.
-a free Autozone battery check is in order if you suspect battery issues. They can test the battery and the alternator easily w/o pulling anything out of the engine bay.
-if the battery checks out, then perhaps the starter contact. If this is the case, have someone tap on the starter body with a small hammer while you crank. If it cranks normally, maybe the starter is the culprit.
Report back please.
Thanks.
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I had the battery checked today. It is good. I may have some time tomorrow to work on this more.
Same here. It happened twice in the past when my wife drove it. After consulting CDan with this, I decided to start with the starter contacts. Ordered new contacts and a new plunger, put them in yesterday, so far so good. It was very dirty in there after 12 years. I am glad I did it, and hopefully will address the problem too.
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