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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 4.2 S, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT (4.2L ENGINE)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Starter Mount Bolt & Nut

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Install the starter motor.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

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).

Fig 2: View Of Starter & Related Components

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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).

Fig 3: View Of Starter Solenoid S-Terminal Lead & Nut

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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).
Install the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve and/or Hose Replacement in Hydraulic Brakes.
Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .

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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.