Starter Removal and Installation: Installation

Install the starter, then tighten the starter mounting bolts (A).
M/T model

Fig 1: Starter Mounting Bolts (M/T Model) With Torque Specifications
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CVT model

Fig 2: Starter Mounting Bolts (CVT Model) With Torque Specifications
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Connect the positive starter cable (B) and the harness connector (C) to the S terminal, then install the heater hose bracket (D) and the harness clamps (E). Make sure the crimped side of the ring terminal is facing out.
M/T model: Install the clutch hose bracket bolts (A) and nut (B).

Fig 3: Positive Starter Cable, Harness Connector, Heater Hose Bracket And Harness Clamps (M/T Model) With Torque Specifications
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CVT model: Install the solenoid wire harness connector (A) and the CVT input shaft (drive pulley) speed sensor connector (B).

Fig 4: Identifying Positive Starter Cable, Harness Connector, Heater Hose Bracket And Harness Clamps (CVT Model)
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Install the air cleaner (see AIR CLEANER ELEMENT INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT ).
Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).