Starter Motor: Service and Repair
STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn the ignition OFF.
IMPORTANT: Record all pre-set radio stations.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the B+ battery cable nut at starter.
4. Remove the S-terminal connector.
5. Remove the lower starter assembly to transmission bolt and oxygen sensor connector bracket.
6. Remove the upper starter assembly to transmission bolt.
7. Remove the starter.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the starter to the transmission.
2. Install the starter mounting bolts.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten the starter-to-transmission bolts to 44 N.m (33 lb ft).
3. Install the B+ cable and nut.
Tighten the B+ cable-to-starter nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
4. Install the S-terminal wire.
5. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
6. Reprogram the radio stations.