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Starter Motor Replacement

Starter Motor Replacement




Removal Procedure
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to [Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection].
2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to [Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle].
3. Remove the front catalytic convertor. Refer to [Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side].




4. Remove the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut.




5. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector.
6. Remove the starter bolts and starter.




Installation Procedure
1. Position the starter motor in the engine block.

CAUTION: Refer to [Fastener Notice].




2. Install the starter bolts.

Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb.ft).




3. Connect the engine harness electrical connector to the starter.
4. Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut.

Tightening torque
Tighten the bolts/nuts to 13 N.m (115 lb.in).

5. Install the front catalytic convertor. Refer to [Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side].
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to [Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection].
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