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Starter

Critical For Operation

Wiring/Fuses/Relays

Cranks the engine to initiate combustion and start the vehicle.

The starter motor engages the engine's flywheel, turning the engine over to begin the combustion process, allowing the vehicle to start when the ignition key or push-button is activated.

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Typical part cost
$150–$400🔒
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Typical labor cost
$150–$300🔒
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Typically lasts
100,000–200,000 mi
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Or about
7.0–10.0 years
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DIY difficulty
6/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

If the Starter is starting to fail, these are the signs owners most commonly report before it gets worse:

Vehicle not starting
Clicking sound when starting
Slow engine crank

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Starter

No standard interval on file

Inspect Starter

No standard interval on file

Test Starter

No standard interval on file