Starter Replacement L36

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the torque converter cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement in Transaxle-4T65-E.



4. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the starter.
5. Disconnect the wire from the solenoid S terminal on the starter.



6. Remove the 2 starter motor mounting bolts.
7. Remove the starter motor.

1. Install the starter motor.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the starter motor mounting bolts.

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




3. Connect the battery positive cable to the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the battery positive cable to the starter nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

4. Connect the starter motor S terminal wire.

Tighten
Tighten the solenoid S terminal nut to 2.5 N·m (22 lb in).

5. Install the torque converter cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement in Transaxle-4T65-E.
6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .