Starter Removal and Installation: Installation

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Install the starter (A) using a new gasket (B), then install the harness clamp (C), and connect the starter cable (D) to the B terminal and BLK wire (E) to the solenoid S terminal. Make sure the crimped side of the ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it.

Fig 1: Connecting B Terminal And BLK/WHT Wire With Torque Specifications
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Install the automatic transmission fluid (ATF) dipstick.
Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable.
Start the engine to make sure the starter works properly.
Enter the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then enter the customer's audio presets.
Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW CONTROL UNIT ).
Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).