What's the whining noise when I turn the key to start?

Asked by Ginger Jun 28, 2022 at 02:48 PM about the 2006 Dodge RAM 1500 SLT RWD

Question type: Maintenance & Repair

I can't get my truck to start. It makes a whining noise
when I turn the key on.

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Ed92626 answered about a year ago

Yes, the Bendix drive isn't fully engaging with the gear teeth on the flywheel/flexplate. Might be a defective Bendix drive, solenoid, or the battery is just putting out too little current to spin the starter motor fast enough. First, check the battery and connections.

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