Starter motor replacement instructions needed

Tiny
GARY ATKINS
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  • 1997 NISSAN SENTRA
  • 1.4L
  • 4 CYL
  • 2WD
  • AUTOMATIC
  • 135,000 MILES
How do I replace the starter motor?
Saturday, March 27th, 2021 AT 12:36 PM

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Tiny
JACOBANDNICKOLAS
  • MECHANIC
  • 108,200 POSTS
Hi,

Note: You indicated the engine as a 1.4L. That was never an option. I am including directions for the 1.6L. If that is incorrect, please let me know.

Replacing the starter really isn't too hard. Please make sure to disconnect the battery before you start the procedure.

To get you started, here is a link that shows in general how it is done. Use this as a guide because it provides direction and pics to help you locate different things.

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

Because of the model year, the manual is somewhat basic as far as replacement directions. However, here they are.

1997 Nissan-Datsun Sentra L4-1597cc 1.6L DOHC MFI (GA16DE)
Procedures
Vehicle Starting and Charging Starting System Starter Motor Service and Repair Procedures
PROCEDURES
REMOVAL

1. Remove battery negative cable from battery.
2. Remove intake air duct.
3. Remove starter motor mounting bolts.
4. Remove battery cable from starter motor.
5. Disconnect harness connector from starter motor harness.
6. Remove starter motor:
- from transaxle side [GA engine (M/T)].
- from engine side [GA engine (A/T)].

INSTALLATION
The installation procedure is basically the reverse order of removal.

Torque: 31 - 42 N-m (3.3 - 4.3 kg-m, 23 - 31ft-lb)

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I hope this helps. Let me know if you have other questions or run into trouble.

Take care,
Joe
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Saturday, March 27th, 2021 AT 8:50 PM

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