Starter Replacement 2.2L (L61)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.



3. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3, 4, 5) from the starter.



4. Remove the starter bolts.
5. Remove the starter.

1. Install the starter.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the starter bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the starter bolts to 40 N·m (30 lb ft).




3. Connect the electrical connectors (4, 5) to the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

4. Connect the S-terminal connector (3) to the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal nut to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

5. Lower the vehicle.
6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

Starter Replacement 2.0L (LSJ)

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
3. Remove the intercooler pump outer bracket.



4. Disconnect the electrical connectors (3, 4, 5) from the starter.



5. Remove the starter bolts.
6. Remove the starter.

1. Install the starter.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the starter bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the starter bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).




3. Connect the electrical connectors (4, 5) to the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal nut to 11 N·m (97 lb in).

4. Connect the S-terminal connector (3) to the starter.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal nut to 3 N·m (27 lb in).

5. Install the intercooler pump outer bracket.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 20 N·m (15 lb ft).

6. Lower the vehicle.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .