Q: Starter grinding

Hi, thanks for your question. It sounds like the starter bolts may not have been tightened properly or the starter could be faulty as a new part. I would recommend retracing your steps to make sure that the starter was installed properly. If you know for certain that the starter was installed properly, I would recommend taking it back to the place that you bought it for warranty it is likely that the starter is a bad part. If a new starter does not resolve the issue it is possible that your flywheel or torque converter plate has missing teeth. If this is the case I would recommend enlisting in the assistance of a qualified professional to assist you with this issue. Here at YourMechanic, we can have a technician come to your home or office to inspect and diagnose this grinding noise for you, and make or suggest the necessary repairs.