Your starter is starting to weaken, it's time to replace it with a new one. Do not leave it lying around when you notice it, because when the starter is definitely broken it will be impossible for you to launch this Toyota Supra Mkii. Here is a tutorial to replace its starter and discover its action.
What is the starter of my Toyota Supra Mkii for?
The starter turns out to be an electric motor in the content of the engine of this Toyota Supra Mkii. The latter draws electricity from the battery to be able to operate, and starts the impulse to the engine so that it ignites. To verify that this is a starter problem and not a battery problem, we advise you to read our text on starting problems. Now that we've identified the problem, it's time to get to the heart of the matter.
How to change the starter on my Toyota Supra Mkii?
Before tackling the repairs, make sure you have the necessary tools. In order to carry out such a manipulation, you will need a complete toolbox, your jack, a wire brush and two candles.
Remove the old starter
So if you want to do this, the most important thing is to be able to properly visualize the positions, especially for the wires. Do not hesitate to mark them if you are afraid of forgetting.
- Disconnect the negative terminal of the battery of this Toyota Supra Mkii.
- In case accessing the starter from the top is a bit too complex, do not hesitate to use the jack stands to reach it from below.
- Disconnect all of the power supplies that connect to the starter
- Place a jack under the engine in case the engine is shaky a little.
- Remove all fixings and memorize the positions
- Disassemble the starter
- Recover the mounting bracket, because it is not always supplied with the starter to be fitted
- Rub the pods that could be oxidized with a brush
Attach new starter
Now that we have chosen the operation, it will be approximately sufficient to carry out the opposite operation.
- Examine the old starter of this Toyota Supra Mkii and the brand new one to see if there are any dissimilarities in the mounting system, and this is not unusual.
- Replace the starter bracket in its place
- Mount the new starter
- Make sure it is in its guide and screw
- Reconnect the wires to the starter
- Replace the negative battery terminal.
It is done. Now mounting a starter on this Toyota Supra Mkii is not magic for your eyes. Have a good trip, and leave us a comment if this little tutorial has made your task easier!