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Replacing the starter motor, V6 (US X < 30 20001)

Replacing the starter motor, V6 (US X < 30 20001)

To remove



1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

2. Remove the generator, see “Charging system - Adjustment and replacement - Generator, V6”, .

3. Disconnect the starter motor connections.

4. Undo the upper starter motor retaining bolt. This is easier to do through the right-hand wheel housing using an extra long extension and torx 18.

5. Undo the bottom starter motor retaining bolt.

6. Lower the starter motor and lift it out.


To fit



1. Clean the starter motor mounting surfaces and electrical contacts, and apply them with Vaseline to prevent oxidization.

2. Refit the starter motor.

3. Reconnect the electric cables to the starter motor.

4. Refit the generator, see “Charging system - Adjustment and replacement - Generator, V6”, .

5. Reconnect the negative battery cable.

6. Reset the clock.