weird start up sound

Discussion in 'Mk5' started by griff8188, Jul 6, 2011.

  1. griff8188 New Member

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    hey guys im new 2 all this i vought a cat d golf gti mk5 itsmint had a front end knocj last year but coud never tell obly down side is the air bag light is on needs sorting im told its the sensor and the wheels need refurb 18 monzas but wot is bothering me wen i start it up it sounds like a diesel for a split second few people said it haens with alot of golfs does any one no anything about this or have same problem thanks rhys
     
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    any idea of what engine? might help there many different things
     
  3. doddy182 New Member

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    Hi mate, i recently bought a mk5 gti and mine does the same. From what ive been told its just the starter motor and its the same across the board. I even read a review in Evo that mentioned the uninspiring start up sound. So no calls to worry its just how it is!
     

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