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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 2.8L (LK5) or Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).

  2. Object Number: 1313639  Size: SH
  3. Remove the starter solenoid S terminal nut (3) and disconnect the lead (4) from the starter.
  4. Remove the starter terminal nut (1) and disconnect the battery positive cable (2) from the starter.

  5. Object Number: 1313646  Size: SH
  6. Remove the starter motor mounting nut (1) and bolt (4).
  7. Remove the starter motor (3) from the engine.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1313646  Size: SH
  1. Position the starter motor (3) over the stud (2).
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the starter motor mounting nut (1) and bolt (4).
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the starter motor mounting fasteners to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1313639  Size: SH
  5. Connect the battery positive cable (2) to the starter and install the starter terminal nut (1)
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the battery positive cable to starter terminal nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Connect the lead (4) to the starter solenoid and install the starter solenoid S terminal nut (3).
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the starter solenoid S terminal nut to 3.5 N·m (31 lb in).

  9. Install the intake manifold. Refer to Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 2.8L (LK5) or Intake Manifold Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 3.5L (L52).