Installation Procedure

Install the starter and bolts.

Fig 1: View Of Starter Bolts & Starter
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CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten

Tighten the bolts to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
Connect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (1) to the starter.

Fig 2: Identifying Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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Install the battery positive junction block cable terminal (2) to the starter.

Fig 3: View Of Battery Positive Junction Block Cable Clip & Cable Terminal
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Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut (3).
Tighten

Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Install the starter heat shield and bolt.

Fig 4: Identifying Starter Heat Shield Bolt & Shield
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Tighten

Tighten the bolt to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
Install the left catalytic convertor. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Left Side .
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .