Starter Replacement near Seattle, Washington

There are 39 RepairPal Certified locations for Starter Replacement, all with a minimum 12,000-mile/12-month warranty.

39 Results for Starter Replacement near Seattle, Washington

Starter Replacement can be completed at all of these locations, along with other repairs and services.

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Jeff's Auto Repair - Seattle Sandpoint

4.5
(459)
6.72 mi
9702 Sand Point Way NE
Seattle, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Elite Auto Care

4.8
(13)
7.5 mi
12248 Aurora Avenue North
Seattle, WA
Closed
Opens 9:00 AM Mon
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Northwest Automotive, Inc.

4.7
(18)
7.64 mi
12300 Lake City Way
Seattle, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
Call the shop at (206) 800-7053 for appointment availability
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LBR Auto Repair

4.6
(42)
8 mi
13030 Bel-Red Rd
Bellevue, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Autologic

4.6
(29)
8.03 mi
1407 132nd Ave NE
Bellevue, WA
Closed
Opens 7:30 AM Mon
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C & M Auto Repair & Collision

4.5
(16)
8.37 mi
1630 136th Place Northeast
Bellevue, WA
Closed
Opens 9:00 AM Sat
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A&M Auto Repair

4.5
(320)
8.41 mi
13551 Southeast 27th Place
Bellevue, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Shoreline Auto Clinic

4.5
(23)
9.51 mi
16268 5th Ave NE
Shoreline, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Jeff's Auto Repair - Renton

4.5
(471)
10.4 mi
505 Park Ave N
Renton, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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ZahnTech Automotive Service

4.8
(573)
10.52 mi
15215 NE 90th St
Redmond, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Mon
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Sun Auto Tire & Service #8111-Renton

4.4
(25)
10.72 mi
207 S 3rd St
Renton, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Greg's Japanese - Tukwila

4.5
(384)
11.31 mi
405 Baker Blvd
Tukwila, WA
Closed
Opens 8:00 AM Sat
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Starter Replacement

How are starter issues diagnosed?

A mechanic will connect a vehicle that won't start to a starting and charging system test machine. The machine will display results and indicate the possibility of starter failure, but it may also require the technician to do visual inspections while testing is in progress. If the starter is found to be at fault, it will be removed, bench tested and replaced. 
Starter Replacement

How is a starter replaced?

The battery is disconnected to prevent electrical shock or damage to electronic components, and then the starter motor is disconnected from all its connectors. It's then removed, and the new one is installed. During installation, the electrical connections must be placed on the correct terminals, also known as “posts”, and the replacement starter should have the same number of posts as the original.

RepairPal recommendations for starter issues

We recommend using a high-quality replacement starter motor and solenoid. Replacement with an OEM starter can reduce the risk of another replacement later on.

What to look out for when dealing with starter issues

If your car won't start, it's not always the starter's fault, of course. If the starter won't turn the engine, it could be caused by a faulty ignition switch, blown fuse or bad starter solenoid. The starting and charging system will need complete diagnosis. When installing a new starter, its electrical connectors can accidentally be installed in the wrong position. This will cause further problems once the battery is reconnected. Many starters for the same car brand will fit many of its models mechanically, but the solenoid may not be the same design. The appropriate part number must be used when choosing the new starter, or the starter motor may fail to function properly.

Can I replace the starter myself?

On most models, replacing a starter is a great DIY project. Still, there is a risk of electrical shock and other electrical component failure if the battery is not disconnected first. On many older vehicles, the starter motor is installed using shims to make sure everything is aligned correctly. If this is the case with your car, have a professional mechanic do the repair — any mistakes could cause damage to the engine's flywheel or other parts.

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