S2Bray

In the last few weeks, I've noticed a noise as the engine fires. All normal as its turning over, then a single "ooooo" as it fires, not dissimilar to that of a hooting owl.

Any thoughts?? Could it be related to colder temperatures and will go away when "summer" comes around again?

lovegroova

Sticky starter motor, most likely. It usually sorts itself out when it gets warmer, or you an carry out some maintenance. Nothing to worry about, though, it's pretty common.

richmc

I have something like that, it was air induction related as it's louder with the air box lid off.

johnckeen

my starter has been making a noise recently but i put it down to not letting go of start button quick enough... its more of a screeching noise than a owl hotting noise. My guess its the air pump coming on

noodels

Amps are slightly down this time of year.

RobinA3

my previous 2 s2000's did this and carried out doing it for many miles and years without any issues...............

CynicG

Could there be an owl nesting in the engine bay :lol:

richmc

That would be a real hoot!

CynicG

The OP will be laughing at that owl night long

S2K-Phil

you twit twoo.