Replacing the starter

Tiny
MONTEREYCA
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  • 2000 ACURA RL
Six cylinder front wheel drive automatic 148,000 miles.

Where is the starter located and what is the process to replace it? Some have commented it can be done others have said do not attempt it. Let a mechanic do it.
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Sunday, July 12th, 2009 AT 12:19 AM

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Tiny
KEN L
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Hello,

You can do it yourself, its only nuts and bolts. Here are some guides and diagrams (below) that will help you get the job done.

This is what you are in for when doing the job.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

You must raise the ca safely.

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Below is what it will be like on your car.

Please let us know if you need anything else to get the problem fixed.

Cheers, Ken
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 AT 1:18 PM
Tiny
ALOHAJEFF
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  • 2002 ACURA RL
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Six cylinder front wheel drive automatic 105,000 miles.

What is the procedure for replacing the starter?
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 AT 1:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
KHLOW2008
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Hi Alohajeff,

Here are the procedures:

Removal

1. Ensure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, write down the frequencies for the radio's preset buttons.

Note:
The PCM memory setting is needed after reconnecting the battery.

2. Disconnect the battery negative terminal, disconnect the positive terminal.

3. Raise the coolant reservoir. Remove the battery and battery base.

4. Remove the alternator belt and alternator.

5. Remove the left exhaust manifold cover.

6. Remove the left damper fork.

7. Disconnect the left suspension lower arm ball joint.

8. Remove the left axle shaft.

9. Remove the transmission stop collar, and remove the exhaust pipe.

10. Remove the front mount mounting bolts.

11. Attach the chain hoist to the engine.

12. Remove the left engine mount bracket.

13. Disconnect the starter cable and black/white wire, remove the starter.
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 AT 1:19 PM (Merged)
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TJONES78
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I need to replace the starter!
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Wednesday, October 18th, 2017 AT 1:19 PM (Merged)
Tiny
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This is pretty involved replacing starter. I am sending a tip to make it easier but the a/C will have to be blown and recharged by doing it this way. You might think of having it done.
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