2008–2011 Honda Civic Starter (1.8L, manual)

Part numbers

• Starter (new)

  1

  Honda 31200-RNA-A11

  Copy

  Genuine Honda starter, Denso-built

  Honda's rebuilt version is 06312-RNA-506RM.

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How the job goes

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable first. The starter's main cable is live at all times.
2. Locate the starter where the engine meets the transmission.
3. Unplug the small signal wire and remove the nut holding the main battery cable to the starter.
4. Remove the two mounting bolts and lift the starter out.
5. Compare the old and new starters (mounting ears, gear, and terminal) before installing.
6. Install the new starter, torque the mounting bolts, reconnect both wires, then reconnect the battery.

Before you order

• Confirm torque specs and access steps in a service manual for your car; some trims need the intake or air box moved for room.
• Rebuilt starters usually carry a core charge. Return the old one to get it back.
• A weak battery or corroded cable can look like a bad starter. Have the battery and cables tested first.

Sources

• HondaPartsNow: 2008 Honda Civic starter motor (Honda catalog)
• HondaPartsNow: 2009 Honda Civic starter motor (Honda catalog)
• HondaPartsNow: 2011 Honda Civic starter motor (Honda catalog)