Repair Procedures: Removal

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Turn the ignition switch OFF and disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal.
Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the starter mounting upper bolt (A).
Starter mounting upper bolt:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

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Remove the engine room under cover.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "ENGINE ROOM UNDER COVER ")
Remove the vacuum pump.
(Refer to Brake System - "VACUUM PUMP ")
Disconnect the starter cable (A) from the B terminal on the solenoid then disconnect the connector (B) from the S terminal.
Starter solenoid "B" terminal mounting nut:

9.8 -11.8 N.m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf.m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb.ft)

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Remove the starter mounting lower bolt (A).
Starter mounting lower bolt:

49.0 - 63.7 N.m (5.0 - 6.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 47.0 lb.ft)

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Remove the starter (A).

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