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]Column Cover Removal/Installation
1. Pull down the steering wheel.
2. Press the shaded area shown in the figure using your thumb, and lift the upper
column cover in the direction of arrow (1).
3. Pull the upper column cover in the direction of the arrow (2) and remove it
while detaching pins A, tabs B and guides C.
4. ...
Automatic Transaxle Shift Mechanism Removal/Installation
Selector Lever Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front console..
3. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
4. Remove the selector cable (selector lever side)..
5. Remove the nuts from the selector lever.
6. Remove the knob.
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Auto Leveling Sensor Removal/Installation
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Disconnect the connector.
3. Remove the bolts.
4. Remove the auto leveling sensor.
5. Install in the reverse order of removal.
6. Perform the auto leveling system initial setting.. ...