Starter motor removal
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Dipsterson
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I followed this method on mine and worked a treat.
I can't take credit for the write up though as its from another member/site, hope it helps -
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Just replaced my starter motor on Disco TD5. Here's what I did ! (Start by removing the 2 electrical connections)
1. You will need a 3/8 ratchet socket with 15mm socket and 6inch extension bar. Don't buy a dear one! I brought this one from Argos for £14.99 which worked perfectly
2. Put 15mm socket onto 6inch extension bar.
3. Working from below the starter and laying at approx 45 degree angle locate the nut with your left fingers then feed the socket + extension bar to it. Slide the socket on. Once it's on it shouldn't come off (tight fit). I shone a light through from above the engine which helped.
4. You will now be able to attach the ratchet to the extension bar. Do it so the ratchet is upside down - that gives you plenty of room to play with.
5. Undo the nut - it wasn't overly tight on mine. One thing to remember, the nut wont come fully off because the socket wedges against the starter. This is not a problem, when it feels very loose then leave it.
6. Undo the remaining 2 bolts (13mm and may need a good tug). The starter motor will now slide off.
I can't take credit for the write up though as its from another member/site, hope it helps -
_________________________________________________________________________________________
Just replaced my starter motor on Disco TD5. Here's what I did ! (Start by removing the 2 electrical connections)
1. You will need a 3/8 ratchet socket with 15mm socket and 6inch extension bar. Don't buy a dear one! I brought this one from Argos for £14.99 which worked perfectly
2. Put 15mm socket onto 6inch extension bar.
3. Working from below the starter and laying at approx 45 degree angle locate the nut with your left fingers then feed the socket + extension bar to it. Slide the socket on. Once it's on it shouldn't come off (tight fit). I shone a light through from above the engine which helped.
4. You will now be able to attach the ratchet to the extension bar. Do it so the ratchet is upside down - that gives you plenty of room to play with.
5. Undo the nut - it wasn't overly tight on mine. One thing to remember, the nut wont come fully off because the socket wedges against the starter. This is not a problem, when it feels very loose then leave it.
6. Undo the remaining 2 bolts (13mm and may need a good tug). The starter motor will now slide off.
