OEM 2005 Scion tC Starter Motor

2005 Scion tC Parts Questions & Experts Answers

• Q: How to replace the starter motor on 2005 Scion tC?

  A: Begin the starter motor replacement by disconnecting the negative terminal of the battery. The starter assembly should be removed through steps including disconnection of starter connector among other procedures like terminal cap opening and starter bolt removal and two bolts disconnecting from the starter. Position the starter with the two bolts and tighten them to 37 N.m (380 kgf.cm, 27 ft.lbf). Connect the starter wire and its nut until torque reaches 9.8 N.m (100 kgf.cm) while covering the terminal cap and then reconnect the starter connector. To complete the procedure finish by reconnecting the battery negative terminal and torque it to 5.4 N.m (55 kgf.cm, 48 in.lbf). After reconnecting the battery terminal the user needs to initialize the power window control system and sliding roof system.