This famous starter is starting to get temperamental, it's time to replace it with a new one. Do not wait too long if you notice it, because when the starter you will no longer be able to start this Toyota Rav 4 (2nd Generation). You will find below a text in order to replace its starter and assimilate its activity.change-starter-Toyota-Rav-4- (2th-Generation)

What is the starter for my Toyota Rav 4 (2th Generation) used for?

A starter is an electric motor within the engine of this Toyota Rav 4 (2nd Generation). It consumes electricity from the battery to start, and pushes the motor to start. To know that this is really a starter problem and not another problem, we invite you to read the file on starting problems. Now that you've identified the concern, let's get down to business.

How to change the starter of my Toyota Rav 4 (2th Generation)?

Before starting operations, check that you have the necessary equipment. If you wish to carry out this manipulation you will need an integral tool box, a jack, your wire brush but also a pair of candles.

Remove the old starter

In order to achieve this manipulation, what is important turns out to be to properly retain the positions, especially of the wires. You can spot them with a marker if you are afraid of forgetting.

  • Disconnect the minus terminal from the battery of this Toyota Rav 4 (2th Generation).
  • If it is really difficult to access the starter from above, you can use the jack stands to access it from below.
  • Disconnect all of the power supplies connecting to the starter
  • Place a jack under the motor in case the motor moves slightly.
  • Remove all the fixings and remember the positions
  • Remove the starter
  • Keep the mounting bracket, since it will not necessarily be sold with the brand new starter
  • Clean the pods which can be oxidized using a brush

Attach new starter

Now that you have memorized the technique, it will be more or less sufficient to perform the operation in the other direction.

  • Examine the old starter motor from this Toyota Rav 4 (2nd Generation) and the brand new one so as to discern if there are some variations in the attachment, which is not uncommon to see.
  • Return the starter support to its position
  • Install the brand new starter
  • Make sure it sits properly on its base and screw
  • Reconnect the power supplies to the starter
  • Replace the negative terminal of this battery.

It is done. Now reassembling a starter on this Toyota Rav 4 (2nd Generation) is no longer a mystery for you. Have a good trip, and don't hesitate to leave a comment if this little guide has made your task easier!