The starter starts to weaken, so it's time to change it. Do not delay too long when you notice it, because when the starter does not work anymore you will not be able to start this Toyota Previa. Here is a small guide to change its starter and assimilate its action.change-starter-Toyota Previa

What is the starter for my Toyota Previa used for?

The starter turns out to be an electric motor within the engine of this Toyota Previa. This is because it extracts electrical power from the battery in order to start, and gives the impulse to the engine so that it ignites. In order to make sure that it is a starter problem and not a battery problem, we invite you to read the article on starting problems. Now that you've identified the problem, let's get down to business.

How to change the starter of my Toyota Previa?

Before starting the tasks, check that you have the necessary tools. In order to carry out this operation you will need a complete toolbox, your jack, your wire brush as well as two candles.

Remove the old starter

For this manipulation, the most useful is to correctly visualize the locations, cables in particular. Don't hesitate to spot them with a marker if that can help you.

  • Disconnect the negative battery terminal from this Toyota Previa.
  • If accessing the starter from the top is a bit too complex, we invite you to install the jack stands so as to get there from below.
  • Disconnect all of the power supplies that are connected to the starter
  • Set up the jack below the engine in case Set up is staggering a bit.
  • Clear each of the fixings and remember the locations
  • Disassemble the starter
  • Set aside the mounting bracket, as it will not always come with the new starter
  • Clean the pods which will sometimes be oxidized using your brush

Attach new starter

Once you have visualized the operation, it will be enough for you to approximately carry out the process in the other direction.

  • Compare the old starter of this Toyota Previa and the new one to see if there are some variations of fixing, which is not uncommon to see.
  • Return the starter support to its position
  • Install the new starter
  • Make sure it sits correctly on its guide and screw
  • Reattach the cables to the starter
  • Reconnect the negative terminal of this battery.

Its good. Today setting up a starter on this Toyota Previa is not magic for you. Be careful on the road, and leave us a comment if this text helped you!