Installing starter motor

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Precondition

Acoustic cover of the oil pan has been removed.

Insert and install the starter motor (2).
Tighten down screws (1).

TIGHTENING TORQUES SPECIFICATION

Starter motor to crankcase
M8x60	Tightening torque	19 Nm

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