OEM 2004 Toyota Solara Starter Motor

2004 Toyota Solara Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the starter motor on 2004 Toyota Solara?

  A: Ensure the connection of accessories and connector before replacing the starter motor in a 2AZ-FE engine. Start the procedure with battery removal followed by removing the battery tray and air cleaner assembly and air cleaner bracket by unfastening 2 bolts. The air cleaner inlet assembly can be taken off by unscrewing its two bolts. The caretaker starts by disconnecting the starter connector followed by removing the nut to sever the starter wire and finally removing the 2 bolts which secure the starter assembly. The starter needs to be placed in position followed by using the 2 bolts to secure it before torquing both bolts to 39 Nm (398 kgf.cm, 29 ft.lbf). Connect the starter wire using its nut before tightening it to 13 Nm (130 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf) and fasten the starter connector. Install the air cleaner bracket first before putting on the air cleaner assembly and tightening the bolts to 12 Nm (122 kgf.cm, 9 ft.lbf). Secure the air cleaner inlet assembly by screwing its 2 bolts to 7.0 Nm torque (71 kgf.cm, 62 in.lbf). After inspecting the vacuum hose connection install the battery tray followed by the battery and secure it with the clamp. Install the battery clamp bolt and snug the nut to 5.5 Nm then attach battery cables to their terminals while torquing to 3.5 Nm.