Starter Motor: Service and Repair

Starter Motor Replacement

Removal Procedure




Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution (Battery Disconnect Caution).
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
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.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice (Fastener Notice).

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

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




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. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Service and Repair).