how to replace the starter motor on this 2012 Hyundai Sonata 2.4l and how many hours?
Jun 6, 2026 at 11:09 AM
Starter Replacement?
2012 HYUNDAI SONATA
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I would start by disconnecting the battery negative cable. Then raise the car up so you can get at the starter motor. Here is a video to help show you how to raise the car up safely.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLFn_bMkZc0&pp=0gcJCSgLAYcqIYzv
Next, remove the main power cables and the trigger wire from the starter solenoid. Here is a guide to help you step by step and I have included a diagram for your car in the images below.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor/
Labor time is 1.2 hours to do the job. Check out the images (below). Let me know how it goes
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xLFn_bMkZc0&pp=0gcJCSgLAYcqIYzv
Next, remove the main power cables and the trigger wire from the starter solenoid. Here is a guide to help you step by step and I have included a diagram for your car in the images below.
https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor/
Labor time is 1.2 hours to do the job. Check out the images (below). Let me know how it goes
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Jun 6, 2026 at 11:05 PM
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