Starter Motor: Service and Repair

STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

2. Remove the upper and the lower starter mounting bolts.




3. Remove the starter solenoid nuts to disconnect the electrical cable.
4. Remove the starter assembly.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Place the starter assembly in position.
2. Install the upper and the lower starter mounting bolts.

Tighten the starter mounting bolts to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




3. Position the starter electrical wire on the solenoid terminal.
4. Install the starter solenoid nuts.

Tighten the starter solenoid nuts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

5. Connect the negative battery cable.