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Removal and Installation



Starter Removal and Installation

Removal

1. Disconnect negative battery lead at battery.
2. Raise car on hoist.
3. Remove starter splash shields and braces which may be in way.
4. Remove the two starter motor-to-engine bolts, then lower the starter.
5. Remove the solenoid wires and battery cable, then remove starter.

Installation

1. Holding starter motor up attach solenoid wires and battery cable.
2. Secure starter motor to engine two bolts previously removed, and ensure that any shims previously removed are replaced.
3. Replace starter splash shields and braces which may have been removed.
4. Lower car.
5. Connect negative battery lead at battery.