Purpose, Function
The starter rotates the crankshaft via the ring gear and it serves as a trigger to start the engine.
Construction
The starter is installed to the rear part of the engine on the left side.

The starter is a coaxial reduction type which can obtain high torque.

Operation
For starter cut-off control details, refer to CONTROL SYSTEM..
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Starter Removal/Installation [Skyactiv G 2.0]
Starting System [Skyactiv G 2.0]Brake Fluid Air Bleeding
CAUTION:
Brake fluid will damage painted surfaces. Be careful not to spill any on
painted surfaces. If it is spilled, wipe it off immediately.
NOTE:
Keep the fluid level in the brake fluid reserve tank at 3/4 full or more
during the air bleeding.
Begin air bleedin ...
Drive Belt Inspection
Generator Drive Belt
NOTE:
The generator drive belt deflection/tension inspection is not necessary with
the adoption of the drive belt auto tensioner.
1. Verify that the indicator part of the cast hexagon on the drive belt auto
tensioner is within the normal range.
If ...
Instrumentation/Driver Info. Personalization Features Setting Procedure
1. Connect the M-MDS to the DLC-2.
2. After vehicle identification, select the following from the M-MDS initialization
screen.
a. “Module programming“
b. “Programmable Parameters”
3. Select menu in the “IC”.
4. Select an item name, and than select option.
Instrument cluster ...