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04-25-2016, 08:47 PM

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Originally Posted by ans2k

I recently had to replace my starter in my MY06. I notice that mine did not have the top 14mm bolt. I only had one 14mm bolt (bottom) holding it in. Should I order and put the top 14mm bolt in?

Someone else likely did not put the top one back when doing a clutch/starter job previously. I and several people have run the car without the top starter bolt for several years without issue.

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04-26-2016, 02:42 AM

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Originally Posted by ans2k

I recently had to replace my starter in my MY06. I notice that mine did not have the top 14mm bolt. I only had one 14mm bolt (bottom) holding it in. Should I order and put the top 14mm bolt in?

I just did my starter/alternator. I put my top bolt back in. While it may run fine without it...to me it's craftsmanship or an indication to doing things the right way instead of taking shortcuts.

It's not easy, requires many extensions or a single long ass one but it isn't impossible and completes a job.

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10-06-2016, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by cinaibur

5. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) and the positive alternator cable (B) from the alternator.

Any tips on removing A and B? i cant' get a socket on B and A is stubborn as fark. (and yes i know theres a locking mechanism) . WD40 doesnt seem to help either.

Thanks!!

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10-06-2016, 04:15 PM

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Any tips on removing A and B? i cant' get a socket on B and A is stubborn as fark. (and yes i know theres a locking mechanism) . WD40 doesnt seem to help either. Thanks!!

You have to press the clip hard enough on A to get it to release. It's been a while since I removed mine but I think I used a pair of mini needle-nosed channelocks to press in the clip, then it comes right off.

Use a box end wrench to remove B. I can't remember if I used a stubby or swivel one to remove it but I didn't have any trouble.