Honda Element. Manual - part 746

4. Disconnect the starter cable (A) from the B terminal, and disconnect the connector (B) from the solenoid 

S terminal. 

Fig. 10: Identifying Starter Cable From B Terminal 
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5. Remove the harness clamp (C) and the harness holder (D).  

6. Remove the two bolts holding the starter, then remove the starter.  

INSTALLATION 

1. Install the starter, then install the harness holder (A) and the harness clamp (B), connect the starter cable 

(C) to the B terminal, and the connector (D) to the solenoid S terminal. Make sure the crimped side of the 
ring terminal faces away from the starter when you connect it. 

Fig. 11: Identifying Starter, Harness Holder And Harness Clamp With Torque Specifications 
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2. Install the intake manifold (see INSTALLATION ).  

3. Connect the negative cable to the battery.  

4. Start the engine to make sure the starter works properly.  

5. Enter the anti-theft code for the audio system.  

6. Do the power window control unit reset procedure (see RESETTING THE POWER WINDOW 

CONTROL UNIT ).  

7. Set the clock.  

STARTER OVERHAUL 

DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY 

 

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Fig. 12: Exploded View Of Starter Overhaul 
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ARMATURE INSPECTION AND TEST 

1. Remove the starter (see STARTER REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).  

2. Disassemble the starter as shown at the beginning of this procedure.  

3. Inspect the armature for wear or damage from contact with the permanent magnet. If there is wear or 

damage, replace the armature. 

 

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Fig. 13: Identifying Armature 
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4. Check the commutator (A) surface. If the surface is dirty or burnt, resurface it with an emery cloth or a 

lathe to the specifications in step 5, or recondition with #500 or #600 sandpaper (B). 

Fig. 14: Checking Commutator Surface 
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5. Check the commutator diameter. If the diameter is below the service limit, replace the armature. 

Commutator Diameter  

Standard (New): 28.0-28.1 mm (1.102-1.106 in.)  

Service Limit: 27.5 mm (1.083 in.)  

 

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