Starter location

2003 ISUZU ASCENDER
143,000 MILES • 5.3L • V8 • 4WD • AUTOMATIC
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AMBERDURAN
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My car is not starting. All the lights come on bright and there is a clicking noise when i go to start it. I was told it is my starter but where is it located on my car?
Oct 16, 2017 at 11:49 PM
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HARRY P
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The starter is located under the truck, above a catalytic converter, and near the transmission. I have attached the removal procedure, captured from AllData. Installation is the reverse.
Oct 17, 2017 at 5:12 AM
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HARRY P
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It could be just a loose electrical connection. I would check the battery cables and make sure that they are both super tight and clean. Here is a general guide on doing that: https://www.2carpros.com/articles/everything-goes-dead-when-engine-is-cranked

To me it really sounds like your starter is wearing out. You can try jumping it. Even though the battery strength is good, this will give you a few extra amps and might get it to turn over. Or you can have someone tap the starter with a mallet or other blunt object while you turn the key. If either of these things work, then you will need to get a new starter installed.

Oct 17, 2017 at 3:36 PM (Merged)
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Here are a couple of guides to help you get the job done:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

and

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/jack-up-and-lift-your-car-safely

Please let us know what happens.

Cheers, Ken

Oct 18, 2017 at 12:23 PM