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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1644827  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  3. Remove the front catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side .
  4. Remove the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut.

  5. Object Number: 1394041  Size: SH
  6. Disconnect the engine harness electrical connector.

  7. Object Number: 1394040  Size: SH
  8. Remove the starter bolts and starter.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1394040  Size: SH
  1. Position the starter motor in the engine block.
  2. Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution in the Preface section.

  3. Install the starter bolts and tighten to 50 N·m (37 lb ft) .

  4. Object Number: 1394041  Size: SH
  5. Connect the engine harness electrical connector to the starter.

  6. Object Number: 1644827  Size: SH
  7. Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut and tighten to 10 N·m (89 lb in) .
  8. Install the front catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .