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HOMESERVICE MANUALSSUBARU2014FORESTER 2.5I, ENG CD FB25BA, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTING SYSTEM / CHARGING SYSTEM (H4DO)STARTERDISASSEMBLY
2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard Trans

Starting System / Charging System (H4DO): Starter: Disassembly

2014 Subaru Forester 2.5i, Eng CD FB25BA, Standard TransSECTION Disassembly
  1. Disconnect the terminal M from the magnet switch assembly.
    Fig 1: Locating Nut Of Magnet Switch Assembly
    G07665119Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  2. Remove the magnet switch assembly from the starter housing assembly.
    Fig 2: Locating Bolts Of Magnet Switch Assembly
    G09476690Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove screws (A) of the brush holder assembly, and through bolts (B) on both sides, and remove the starter cover assembly.
    Fig 3: Identifying Screws And Bolts Of Starter Cover Assembly
    G07665121Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the brush holder assembly from the armature assembly.
    NOTE: Hold the brush with your fingers so that the brush spring does not come flying out.
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