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STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0]

STARTER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0]


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Operation After Replacing Starter

Note
•  If the number of times the starter can operate exceeds the limit, or there is any malfunction of the i-stop system-related parts, the i-stop warning light (amber) flashes. In addition, DTCs are stored simultaneously.
•  To ensure reliability of the i-stop system, replace the starter with a new one if the number of times the starter can operate has exceeded the upper limit.

Step

Action

1
Note
•  Perform the procedures from Step 1 to 5 within 2 min.
―  If 2 min or more have elapsed, switch the ignition OFF and repeat the procedure from Step 1.
Switch the ignition ON (engine off).
2
Apply the parking brake securely.
3
Shift the selector lever to the N position.
4
Depress and release the accelerator pedal 12 times with the brake pedal depressed.
5
Long-press the i-stop OFF switch (for 5 s or more).
6
Switch the ignition OFF.
7
Start the engine.
8
Verify that the i-stop warning light (amber) turns off.
•  If the light does not turn off, switch the ignition OFF and repeat the procedure from Step 1.
9
Switch the ignition OFF and disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [(E)].)
10
Perform the battery condition initial setting (i-stop setting). (See BATTERY CONDITION INITIALIZATION SETTING (i-stop SETTING).)


Starter Removal/Installation

Warning
•  A hot engine can cause severe burns. Turn off the engine and wait until it is cool before removing the starter.
•  If starter terminal B contacts the vehicle body with the battery terminal connected, it may cause a fire or damage to the electrical components. Always disconnect the negative battery terminal when removing the starter.

1.  Disconnect the negative battery terminal. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [(E)].)

2.  Open the engine cover. (See ENGINE COVER OPEN/CLOSE [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)

3.  Remove the left wall (rear) and left wall (front). (See SIDE WALL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)

4.  Remove the following parts as a single unit. (See AIR CLEANER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [SKYACTIV-X 2.0].)

•  Air cleaner cover
•  Air cleaner element
•  Air cleaner case
•  Air hose
•  Fresh-air duct

5.  Remove front under covers No.1 and No.2. (See FRONT UNDER COVER No.1 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)(See FRONT UNDER COVER No.2 REMOVAL/INSTALLATION.)

6.  Remove the bolt shown in the figure.

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7.  Disconnect the clips shown in the figure.

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8.  Remove the electric water pump installation bolt shown in the figure.

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9.  Remove using the procedure shown in the figure.

10.  Install in the reverse order of removal.

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1
Terminal B cable
2
Terminal S connector
3
Starter


Starter Installation Note (ATX)

Caution
•  Do not overlap the starter with the end plate (area A shown in figure) when installing. If the starter is not correctly installed, the nut installed to the drive plate may contact the end plate causing abnormal noise.
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