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Starter Motor: Service and Repair



STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.




3. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3,4,5) from the starter.




4. Remove the starter bolts.
5. Remove the starter.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the starter.
2. Install the starter bolts.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

Tighten the starter bolts to 40 N.m (30 lb ft).




3. Connect the electrical connectors (4,5) to the starter.

Tighten the battery terminal nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

4. Connect the S terminal connector (3) to the starter.

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

5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.
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