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HOMESERVICE MANUALSISUZU2006ASCENDER S, 5.3 M, 4WDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 109 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WD

Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Pontiac Torrent and 2007 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Fig 1: View Of Starter Motor & Bolts

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Install the starter motor (1).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the starter motor bolts (2, 3).
Tighten: Tighten the starter motor bolts to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Torque Converter Cover & Bolt

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Install the torque converter cover (1).
Install the torque converter cover bolt (2).
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Starter Motor Solenoid Terminals, Nuts & Wires

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Install the starter motor solenoid S terminal electrical wire and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the solenoid S terminal nut to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
Install the starter motor solenoid positive terminal electrical wires and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the solenoid positive terminal nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Lower the vehicle.
Install the battery negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

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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.