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]Shift Control Module Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
Removal
1. Shift the shift lever to the neutral position.
2. Remove the plug hole plate..
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
4. Remove the air cleaner and air hose as a single unit..
5. Remove the battery and battery tray..
6. Disconnect the control cable from the transaxle.
a. ...
Rear Beltline Molding Removal/Installation
CAUTION:
Affix protective tape to the position shown in the figure.
1. Fully open the rear door glass.
2. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver and then detach the clip A in the
direction of arrow (1) shown in the figure.
3. Pull up the rear belt line molding in the di ...
Clutch Cover Inspection [C66 M R]
1. Remove the clutch cover..
2. Perform the following procedures to inspect the clutch cover.
If it exceeds the maximum specification, replace the clutch cover..
a. Measure the wear of the diaphragm spring fingers.
Clutch cover diaphragm spring fingers maximum depth
0.6 ...