97 Maxima making weird noises

[cory613]

I drive a 97 Maxima GLE with about 113k miles. The other day I got about 1/4 mile driving my Maxima when the engine cut out. Immediately after the car wouldn't start at all. I had the car jumped but no success. Ireplaced the battery and the starter would spin but not crank the engine. I changed the starter and now see the video for what it sounds like.

http://youtu.be/Sp5OC5ZiLsg

Any ideas?

[OwnerCS]

Is the complaint about the noise it makes after it starts or the fact that it takes a few tries to start?

What type of starter did you install? Where was the starter made or rebuilt?

A failing Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) can result in a hard to start engine. Basically the temperature sensor sends the wrong signal (e.g. too warm or cold) to the ECU that incorrectly adjusts engine settings.

A failing Fuel Pressure Regulator (FPR) can result in a hard to start condition after the car sits for a few hours.

The rear Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) magnet can pick up metal shavings from the starter flywheel gear. It is a good practice to clean and inspect both front and rear CKPS units when a hard to start condition occurs.

How long has it been since the spark plugs were changed? Were NGK plugs used?