Starter Motor: Service and Repair

1985 Plymouth Conquest L4-2555cc 2.6L SOHC TurboSECTION Service and Repair

1. Disconnect battery ground cable and remove air cleaner, as needed, to gain access to starter.
2. Disconnect starter wiring.
3. Remove starter mounting bolts, then the starter. On truck models, brake pipes, steering joint or A/C lines may prevent lifting starter from engine compartment. If so, remove splash shield and remove starter from under vehicle.
4. Before mounting starter, clean the mating surfaces of starter and the engine.
5. Install starter and tighten mounting bolts so the starter motor shaft is perfectly parallel with the central axis of the engine in all directions. Torque mounting bolts to 16-23 ft. lbs.
6. Connect starter wiring and battery ground cable.



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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.