Starter Motor: Service and Repair

STARTER MOTOR







Removal and Installation

WARNING:
- When servicing the starter motor or carrying out other underhood work in the vicinity of the starter motor, be aware that the heavy gauge battery input lead at the starter solenoid is "electrically hot" at all times. A protective cap or boot is provided over this terminal that must be installed after servicing. Be sure to disconnect the battery negative cable before servicing the starter. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.
- When working in area of the starter motor, be careful to avoid touching hot exhaust components. Failure to follow these instructions can result in personal injury.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist.
2. Disconnect the battery ground cable.







3. Remove the 7 bolts, 3 pin-type retainers and the front splash shield.
- To install, tighten to 7 Nm (62 lb-in).

4. Remove the starter solenoid terminal cover.
5. Remove the 2 starter solenoid terminal nuts and position the solenoid wiring aside.
- To install, tighten to 12 Nm (9 lb-ft).

6. Remove the 2 bolts and the starter motor.
- To install, tighten both bolts finger tight, tighten the upper bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft) and then tighten the lower bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

7. To install, reverse the removal procedure.