Originally Posted by penzancenewlyn

(1) When I start the engine from cold it engages and fires as per usual but the starter motor now sounds, forgive the technical term, but alot more 'screamy' it is considerably louder, higher pitch and sounds like its wheezing. There is no delay in the engine firing up, same as always, and if I restart the engine after it has been running for a while it sounds like it did before I set off. I am not sure if its a problem or just a sign of ageing but the sound is quite distinct and definitely noticeable when firing up from the cold.