I trying to figure out if my opti is dead. The car does not start, when i turn the switch i jsut get the starter sound, like trying to turn it on when the engine is already on. Does this happen when the opti is ddead?

 

Is there any way to check if the opti is dead?

 

Is it turning over? or just grinding?

 

when i turn the key all i get is a grinding noise

 

Sounds like a starter problem. You might need to shim it so it can properly engage the flywheel.

 

You actually need to find out why the motor don't turn over freely..