If I don't know much about cars, would i be able to install a new starter myself?

Answer 1

i own a repair shop,and its possible ,,its not a bad job,,depending on what type of car you own,,the job can get harder depending on what type of car you have and what motor it has in it,its a better job left a shop,that has the proper tools to to do this with,,but you could probably do this if you try,,good luck,i hope this help,s,,,have a good x-mas.

Answer 2

depends how mechanically inclined you are. You will need sockets (with extensions probably) and a wrench set, some ramps or a good floor jack WITH jack stands to enable you to move freely under the vehicle. Never use a jack without jack-stands, or at least throw a full size spare tire under both front wheels, too many people get killed when the jack slips. And when ever you work on an electrical component DISCONNECT the battery before you start, I know it sound foolish but it only takes a second to reset all your preset radio stations and you have piece of mind.
One other piece of advice- go to your local auto part shop and look at their repair manual that is just for your car(there will be a hundred to pick out of) it will take you down through the steps pretty nicely and they don't care how long you look at it and read, as a matter of fact they encourage it in most auto stores or you can buy it for under $20 and it will teach you to fix everything on your car (including preventive maintenance, how much oil to put in when changing the oil, at what interval to change what. . . Haynes makes one book and there is another I can't think of right now. Anyways good luck, not much harder than changing a tire just a lot harder of a position to work on it.

Answer 3

The starter may be the most difficult thing that is possible to do yourself at home.

It requires getting underneath the car while it's jacked up and supported by jack stands, you'll get filthy dirty, you'll have to deal with nuts & bolts that are almost impossible to reach, and you may find yourself only able to turn them 1/8 of a turn at a time.

If you decide to take on this task, be sure to remember where the wires came off.

It is well worth the $100 labor the mechanic will charge you.

You'll find out.

Answer 4

Sure,
Get a Haynes manual for your car and follow the instructions. you need to know where to look but the manual will give you what you need.
You will also need a set of Metric and SAE sockets. A screwdriver set, and a set of Box open ended wrenches. I always use those latex gloves to keep the hands clean from the oil and grease.
The best way to learn to do minor repairs is start and don't worry about goofing it up...You have directions

Answer 5

The simple answer is no. The complex answer is yes if you don't mind having your car unuseable for a couple weeks and are mechanically inclined. You can the repair manuals that technicians use for around $200 on the internet. But all things considered, by the time you do that it's better to have a professional do it.

Answer 6

i installed my cd player into my car from direction i got off the internet. I looked up the make and modle + installation of cd player... I'm sure you can find the same for a starter... maybe...

Answer 7

They are pretty tough. Get a good book on car repair for YOUR car since all starters are different. Even with a good book, it's a chore.

Answer 8

Sure,disconnect the battery first,then remove the two wires off the solenoid.Should have three bolts holding it to engine.If not sure on wires,take a digital picture first.

Answer 9

could be easy..but i would recommend a friend or someone showing you. also you need the correct tools. i did mine but i knew which part was the starter

Answer 10

no . call your boyfriend.