2003 - 2008 Toyota Matrix - 1ZZ-FE - How to Replace the Starter (Same as Pontiac Vibe) Easy DIY!

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Just a quick video showing how easy it is to change the starter on a 2005 Toyota Matrix. Save yourself some money and change the starter motor yourself. This would be the same for the Toyota Corolla and the Pontiac Vibe and any other vehicles that have the 1ZZ-FE engine.

This vehicle wouldn't start even though the battery was fully charged and was sending power to the starter. After tapping on the old starter with a hammer, it did start just fine. It was just time for a new one after all these years and over 300k miles.

Tools Needed:
10mm socket and/or wrench
12mm socket and/or wrench
14mm sockets (shallow and deep) and/or wrench
3" extension, 6" extension
Long handle breaker bar and/or long handle ratchet
Small screwdriver or trim prying tool
(You may also need a 13mm wrench and/or socket if you get a 13mm nut with your replacement starter).

The torque specs that I found online for the main starter mounting bolts are 27 ft. lbs.

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