Starter Replacement 4.2L Engine

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Remove the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve and/or Hose Replacement .



3. Remove the battery positive lead from the solenoid (1).



4. Remove the starter solenoid S-terminal lead nut (1) from the solenoid.
5. Remove the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) from the solenoid.



6. Remove the starter mount bolt and nut (1, 2).
7. Remove the starter motor.

1. Install the starter motor.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the starter motor mount bolt (2) and nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the starter mount bolt and nut to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).




3. Connect the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid and secure the cable with a nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the positive cable nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).




4. Install the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) to the solenoid and secure the lead with a nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the S-terminal nut to 2.3  N·m (20 lb in).

5. Install the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve and/or Hose Replacement .
6. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .