Whining whistling sound upon start

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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 10:19 AM
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Whining whistling sound upon start

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- 2008 Type S
- 151,000 miles
- NGK plugs replaced 99,000 miles
- Water pump, timing belt change at 130,000 miles
- Serpentine belt tensioner replaced at 150,000 miles
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About 2 years ago after taking in the car for service it was noted that I should monitor a whining sound that occurs upon start. I started to take note and it happens every start. The car sometimes experience a slow start (not sure why as I've had the battery tested as it always comes back good) besides the car has never ever failed to start. The best way to describe the sound is like a whistle. Please listen to the audio provided. Do you have any idea what might be the source?
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Old Nov 21, 2020 | 05:39 PM
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Investigate your starter.
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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 12:48 PM
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Starter on the way out.
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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 02:31 PM
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Thank you guys. I think it's best that I replace the starter and not press my luck, after all it been two years.

BTW, do you replacing with OEM starter is worth it, given the price difference between the MHG028 and a premium aftermarket?

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Old Nov 22, 2020 | 05:40 PM
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Reman Denso from Rock Auto never fail me.
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Old Nov 23, 2020 | 04:31 PM
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@truongthe, thanks dude.
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Old Dec 6, 2020 | 08:48 PM
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Update: Replaced the starter yesterday and the whistling on start stopped. Thank you guys.
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