How to Replace an Auto Starter
The starter assembly for an automobile is a relatively simple devise that can cause a host of problems. If the starter gear does not turn, neither will the engine when the ignition switch is engaged. Other problems include a starter that turns but does not turn the engine, or a starter that turns the engine too slowly to start. Thankfully, replacing a starter is a relatively straightforward process. Follow the steps below to replace an auto starter.
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Instructions
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Disconnect the negative battery terminal with a wrench. The negative battery terminal will have a "---" next to the negative post.
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Raise the car with a suitable jack and support the vehicle by jack stands sufficient to safely support the vehicle.
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Locate the starter underneath the vehicle, between the engine and the transmission. Most starters look like a coffee can.
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Disconnect the starter cable at the starter cable terminal by turning the nut that secures the cable to the cable terminal in a counterclockwise direction. This terminal is located on the side of the starter itself.
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Remove the flywheel housing-to-starter bolts that hold the starter in place with a wrench. There are usually two of these bolts.
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Pull the starter out of its housing to remove it.
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Install the starter by first positioning the starter to the flywheel housing that the old starter was removed from.
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Secure the starter in place with the two bolts that were removed in step 5.
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Connect the starter cable at the starter cable terminal.
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Connect the negative battery cable to the negative battery terminal located in step 1.
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Tips & Warnings
Only use a jack that is capable of safely lifting the vehicle. Only use jack stands that are sufficiently rated to safely support the weight of the vehicle
