Making a weird noise when I crank it?

Tiny
DWHITTTT
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  • 2006 FORD F-150
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I just bought a 2006 Ford F-150 STX. I noticed that it is making a weird noise when I crank it. Almost like a high pitch screech and I cant Figure out what the problem is. Any ideas?
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Friday, October 12th, 2012 AT 1:59 AM

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Tiny
ASEMASTER6371
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Starter motor from your description. Have it checked to verify

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Friday, October 12th, 2012 AT 2:13 AM
Tiny
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Squeaal is usually associated with starter drive consisting of gear and 1 way clutch. When clutch slips it is known to make a loud high pitched squeal noise. Hard to test for off vehicle. If slip is bad enough motor will not turn over.
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Saturday, October 13th, 2012 AT 6:08 PM
Tiny
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If it sits over night it cranks without a problem. It seems to happen more when the engine is still hot. But if the engine is cold it works just fine
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Saturday, October 13th, 2012 AT 9:43 PM

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