how long to change starter sc430

2002 LEXUS SC 430
47,000 MILES
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DALEOLSON2001
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the time i need to spend on changing my starter out
Jan 29, 2012 at 2:49 AM
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ASEMASTER6371
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pays 5 hours to change it as the intake manifold has to be removed to gain access to the starter motor. very labor intensive.
if you have never done it before, my guess would be around 10-12 hours as it is involved.

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Jan 29, 2012 at 3:17 AM
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MHPAUTOS
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If you have never done this type of work befor i would recommend that you get a qualified mechanic to do it, it will save you a big headache in the end.
Jan 29, 2012 at 4:56 AM
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