Suzuki Vitara (LY) 2016-2017 · Service Manual K14C · Repair Instructions

Starting Motor Removal and Installation

Precautions: General safety (00)

NOTE:
For ENG A-STOP model, if starting motor assembly is replaced with new one, perform “Starter Driving Counter Reset” referring to Procedure after Starting Motor Replacement.
Removal
1)Disconnect negative (–) cable at battery.
2)For 4WD model, remove intake manifold. icon 
3)For M/T model, remove clutch fluid pipe bracket (1).
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4)Remove starting motor mounting bolt (upper side) (1).
5)Hoist vehicle.
6)Disconnect magnetic switch lead wire (2) and starting motor cable (3) from starting motor.
7)Remove starting motor mounting bolts (lower side) (4).
8)Remove starting motor (5).
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Installation
Reverse removal procedure noting the following point.
•Tighten starting motor cable nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque
Starting motor cable nut (a): 11 N·m (1.1 kgf-m, 8.5 lbf-ft)