How to Replace a Car Starter

A car starter is an electrical part and must be replaced after a certain amount of time and usage. Replacing the starter can be difficult on certain models, but it is possible to do in your own driveway. Learn how to replace a car starter by following these steps.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

1. Turn the car off and disconnect the battery. Lift the car with a jack and place jack stands under the frame of the car. Block the rear wheels to prevent the car from rolling backwards.
2. Locate the starter and remove the wires connected to it. Mark them so you know which is positive and which is negative so you can reconnect them accordingly.
3. Remove the bolts holding the starter in place. There are usually two or three bolts holding the starter.
4. Pull the starter out of its position and remove it from the car. Some other parts may need to be loosened or removed for the starter to be removed from the car. Remember what parts are removed or loosened.
5. Put the new starter in the car by installing it the same way the old starter was removed. Tighten the bolts slightly, connect the wires to the starter and then tighten the bolts completely.
6. Replace any other parts in the car that were removed or loosened. Lower the car from the jack stands, remove the blocks from the rear wheels and reconnect the battery. Start the car to make sure everything is working properly.