How to Replace Starter 06-11 Toyota Camry
Difficulty: Intermediate · About 35 min · Toyota Camry
Replace the starter on a 2006-2011 Toyota Camry.
Tools you will need
- Ratchet
- Socket extensions
- 10mm socket
- 12mm socket
- 14mm socket
- Torque wrench
Parts and supplies
- Starter
Steps
- Disconnect the battery
Loosen the negative terminal with a 10mm wrench and remove it.
- Remove the air intake
Remove its two 10mm bolts and lift the duct out.
- Remove the old starter
Unplug the starter's electrical connector, remove the power cable's 12mm nut and disconnect it, loosen and remove the two 14mm mounting bolts, then pull the starter off the transmission and out.
- Install the new starter
Line it up on the transmission, start both 14mm bolts and torque them to about 28 ft-lb, reconnect the power cable and its 12mm nut, refit the rubber cap, then reconnect the electrical connector.
- Reinstall the air intake
Connect the duct to the air box and fasten its two 10mm bolts.
- Reconnect the battery
Reconnect the negative terminal and tighten its nut.
Check your vehicle’s repair manual for exact specifications and fit.