Turn off ignition

Remove starter motor. 

Release nut (1).

Remove cable lug (2).

Fig 1: Identifying Starter Motor Nut And Cable Lug

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Release screws (1).

Fig 2: Identifying Starter Motor Housing Screws

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Remove solenoid switch (1) and spring (2).

Unhook pin (3).

Installation: 

Check pin (3) for wear and apply grease.

Fig 3: Identifying Solenoid Switch, Spring And Pin

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