Removing and installing/replacing starter motor (Cooper Convertible)
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Preliminary work needed:
- Disconnect BATTERY GROUND LEAD.
- Remove front UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Remove THRUST FIELD .
Release nut (1) and remove terminal 50 from starter motor.
Release nut (2) and disconnect positive battery cable from starter motor.
Unscrew the screws (1).
Remove starter motor.
Installation:
Install starter motor.
Screw in and tighten screws (1).
Tightening torque 12 41 1AZ .
Connect terminal 50 to starter motor and tighten nut (1).
Tightening torque 12 52 1AZ .
Connect positive battery cable to starter motor and tighten nut (2).
Tightening torque 12 52 3AZ .
Required follow-up work:
- Install THRUST FIELD .
- Install front UNDERBODY PROTECTION .
- Connect BATTERY GROUND LEAD.