It looks as though it is impossible to get out. Is there anyone who can talk me through the process of removing the parts that must be removed in order to remove the starter and replace it? Please help.
I just changed my starter recently, when you look at the starter its in a very tight spot. Loosen the transmission lines running right under the starter. As your laying under your suv you will see 2 lines running right under your starter, just follow the 2 lines toward the engine and you will see a small bracket that holds them together. Losen the screw and wala you now have several inches of play now that u you can move the lines out of the way, this will grant you ease in getting the starter in and out. This was my first time changing my starter and i had the car for 11 years ^_^ I changed it in 2-3hrs remember to disconect your battery also before you begin ^_^
The engine mount heat shield prevents the starter from moving forward enough to clear the bell housing. Remove the nut and heat shield from the engine mount. The starter will move forward/up, the back end will clear the bell housing, and the starter is removed aft/right.
You can try www.autozone.com and see if they have your car listed because they have diagrams and step by step instructions if not you will have to stop by a Mitsubishi dealer in the parts department and they can print you out a diagram
No there is not a trick, just very tight. If you aren't using a socket set with an extention it is almost impossible to get the bolts out though.
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