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Starting/Charging Systems (H4SO): Starter: Removal

  1. Disconnect the ground cable from battery.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Ground Cable From Battery
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  2. Remove the air intake boot assembly. (non-turbo model) Refer to AIR INTAKE BOOT . Refer to AIR INTAKE BOOT .
  3. Remove the intercooler. (turbo model) Refer to INTERCOOLER .
  4. Disconnect connector (B) and terminal (A) from starter.
    Fig 2: Identifying Starter Connector And Starter Terminal
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  5. Remove the starter from transmission.
NOTE: For the MT model, a bolt is used in place (A).
Fig 3: Identifying Starter Mounting Bolt (View 1 Of 2)
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