12 41 020 Removing And Installing/Replacing Starter Motor (N12, N14)

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Necessary preliminary tasks:

NOTE: For purposes of clarity, the following work steps are shown on the engine after it has been removed.

N14 only:

Release bolts and lay vacuum tank (1) to one side.

Fig 1: Locating Vacuum Tank Bolts

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Release bolt.

Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ .

Fig 2: Locating Bolt

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Unlock plug (1) and remove.

Release nut (2) and remove battery positive lead.

Tightening torque 12 41 2AZ .

Unfasten screws.

Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ .

Remove bracket (3) and starter motor.

Fig 3: Identifying Bracket And Starter Motor With Unlock Plug

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