Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- If necessary, install the starter shield.
- Install starter to vehicle through right wheel well opening.
- Install the starter solenoid lead (2) to the solenoid stud.
- Install the starter solenoid nut (3).
Tighten: Tighten the starter solenoid nut to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).
- Install the starter power lead (1) and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the starter lead nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Slide the starter rearward.
- Install the starter bolts.
Tighten: Tighten the starter bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the right transmission cover bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the transmission cover bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
- Lower the vehicle.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.