nope, 1-2 seconds after cranking it makes the noise for about 10-15 seconds when the engine is cold. it stops if you put the truck in gear and take off. however, if you stop (in gear) again while its still cold, it will continue to make the noise intermittently. put it in park or press the gas a little (foot on or off the brake) and it quits. once the truck is warmed up, you can turn it off and crank it up and its fine.