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Old 10-25-2003, 01:25 AM
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can anyone tell me????
recently i have turned the key while my max was already running.... i did not turn the ignition for too long, but it made a pretty loud grinding noise...... i have done this twice, can anyone tell me what part of the car is affected, and is this harmful to my engine??? any info would be appreciated.. thanks
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Old 10-25-2003, 01:47 AM
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i've done it one or two times myself, back when i had remote start. You forget car is on lol. I would THINK it effects your starter if anything cause u r over cranking it? I dont see it effecting the engine...
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Old 10-25-2003, 02:24 AM
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starter teeth and the teeth on your flex plate(flywheel if your 5sp)
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Old 10-25-2003, 06:34 AM
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to answer your real question, you probably didn't do any harm, but DON'T DO IT AGAIN
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Old 10-25-2003, 11:48 AM
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ok thanks for your replies.. i went down to the french quarter and was a lil . you know how that goes, just didnt wanna fukced my car up
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