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Starter Bushing

Critical For Operation

Wiring/Fuses/Relays

Provides support and reduces friction for the starter motor’s shaft.

The starter bushing supports the starter motor’s shaft, reducing friction and wear during operation, allowing smooth and reliable cranking of the engine and preventing damage to the starter’s internal components.

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Typical part cost
$5–$20🔒
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Typical labor cost
$100–$200🔒
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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
3/10

⚠️ Owners Often Notice

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

Starter not engaging properly
Grinding noise when starting
Slow engine crank

Related Services

Services commonly performed on or around this part.

Replace Starter Bushing

No standard interval on file

Inspect Starter Bushing

No standard interval on file