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Starter Motor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the intake manifold.
3. Disconnect the wire from the "S" terminal on the starter.
4. Disconnect the battery cable from the starter.




5. Remove the two starter mounting bolts.
6. Remove the starter.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Connect the wire to the 'S" terminal on the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 3 N.m (27 lb in).

2. Connect the battery cable lead.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).




3. Install the starter motor.
4. Install the starter motor mounting bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft).

5. Install the intake manifold.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.