This was the best video that I could find on this process. A word of caution for anyone who tries this. When you're putting the new starter in be sure to hand thread the first bolt at the bottom to near completion. Don't only do it halfway assuming you can get the rest done then finish it up. I did this and the weight of the starter on that one bolt caused the threads inside the bolt hole to get messed up so now the bolt won't go all the way in. I've got to take it to a shop to get them to rethread that hole and I'm going to just let them finish the install. This is doable at home but it is extremely tight area you're working in. I had my car on ramps and it's simply not enough clearance when laying on your back to navigate this process. You need to be on stands that go higher than ramps do so that you can extend your arms up into the area to work. I wasn't comfortable being under the car just on stands.

Mine went out at about 90k Miles on my 2013 Accord. Bought a rebuilt one off eBay for 70 bucks. Took about an hour to replace. Smooth sailing since.

This was an excellent How-To video. I appreciate the time you spent making this job easier for anyone trying to tackle it. Thanks!

You are the man Jeff. I followed your steps exactly, even ordered the replacement starter you linked to, and was able to swap mine out. Thanks!

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

Congrats on the install. I'm going to rebuild my old one. I've already purchased the internal parts, just need to find some time to rebuild it and record it.

Love this guy’s explanation with the pauses ❤

Great how to video. Your steps made it easy. Thank you

Subscribed just because you make that so easy!

Very well done and helpful video!

Now I'm ready to change mine. Thanks.

Very helpful video. Thanks so much

The hardest part is definitely getting the new one up in the right place and screwed in, don't blame you for skipping over that part

Was a great detailed video. I also purchased a refurbished starter. But a word of caution. When tightening the 12mm bolt that connects the battery terminal cable. Be careful when tightening, the lower portion of the bracket broke and I ended up buying a new one.

@killamammal7678

7 ай бұрын

I just did this. Why did I not read your comment first!!! Ughh

About 4 months ago I had to change out the starter on a 2005 Camry V6 XLE with 65K miles. It was a bit of a pain to get to, but the . in the Honda looks even more difficult to change out.

Great video!

thank you for this video!!!

Are you able to rotate the flywheel without changing the starter? Or do you need to replace the starter and rotate the fly wheel? I had the starter replaced but the mechanics never rotated the fly wheel with it.. and this was like half a year ago..

When you try to start and give you only a click noise, did the car pop out with th check engine light? Can you please also answer me for question regarding heartray Hid bulb which I posted under video with heartray hid earlier today. Thanks

Thanks for the video, i think my 2015 honda accord sport 4cyl needs a new starter, been having issues where it wont start but if i wait like 10 seconds it does. Used to be every now and then, now its every time i want start it. Car has 128k miles so figured its probably the starter since all my lights in car work perfectly fine and once it starts it just goes without issue.

@kenol1986

Жыл бұрын

Yea that very common. My 2014 Honda Accord LX Model started acting up the same way at 140k.

@patrickbellefleur5508

Жыл бұрын

Same issue. What make it really confusing though is the fact that when the car does start, the starter cranks up just fine without struggling.

What’s the white plastic looking thing on the bottom of the starter?

Hey Jeff thank you so much for all your helpful videos, do have you experience with replacing a vtc actuator on one of these engines, thanks

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

Before you replace the vtc actuator, I would replace the cam chain tensioner. There is a tsb for this TSB 19-019

so do 16 accords not have a starter solenoid?

How many Ah is in the battery?

Is that for a CVT ? I have a 2013 Honda Accord Ex 2.4l CVT transmission. Would the same type starter work or do I need One specificity for a CVT TRANSMISSION? I’d like to Buy the same type starter that I’m replacing . Unless someone can suggest a Better one? Seems plenty of ppl have had issues with the Starters in these certain year Hondas. Thnks to anyone that replies

Whoa! You still got the 24f from about 5 years ago. Hows it holding up? PS: your resistor kit is legit. I may order one for a 2003 Accord LX . Thanks! Jason

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

Great, no issue at all. Car starts right up and haven't had any issue with the charge system.

How can you tell if the starter is going bad? I have 2013 accord v6 coupe with 110k and my dash key light comes on intermittently. I’ve noticed lately it doesn’t start off the 1st try, sometimes it takes 2-5 times to push button start. Once I get the car started everything is fine. Do you think it’s the starter or maybe the push button connection? Please help!

@tonyfontana8222

4 ай бұрын

This is a common issue with the 2013-17 accords both 4 cylinder and 6 cylinder models.. It could be the starter,brake switch sensor,push button switch or the battery sensor relay switch.

What's the difference in the two part numbers that you gave?

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

One is a remanufactured starter unit and the other one is brand new starter.

My '15 needed the starter at 32k, a blower motor (to blow a/c and heat into passenger compartment) at 35k and the backup camera at 42k. All there failures totally unacceptable. Im at 46k now... let's see what other petty failure happens next...

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

If you have a i4 then your battery is next. Wheel bearing is another common issue. Also new brake pads in the near future. 😇

@ganzonomy

Жыл бұрын

@@DIYCarModz my pads in my v6 went at 20k (front) and 27k (rear). Had to upgrade to a 24f AGM by Northstar and put in a vcm muzzler as well. So far everyone else is behaving.

@johnjkizer6399

Жыл бұрын

I totally agree with you, I had to replace my starter twice already, and I only have 72,000 miles on it, at 35,000 I had the same issue with one side blowing hot air, pretty sad how Hondas are made now, they try to save money by going with cheaper quality, hope your starter holds up this time. Peace

@Truex1

Жыл бұрын

@john jkizer I'm at 48k on my 2016 Accord and my starter is going. Smh what was the cost?

How much would you charge for a job like this? Dealer charges 1k with part which seems steep but I know overhead and all that sort of stuff plays into account.

@NeoAndersonReloaded

2 ай бұрын

Peps is $250 installed part like $250

As of today, the starter still good and running?

@DIYCarModz

9 ай бұрын

Yew. There is no issue with starter

@jwuonog

5 ай бұрын

I replaced my dad's starter 2 years ago with a remanufactured one. It is starting to go out again. Seems like these just have issues. I'm gonna try one from Amazon this time

Have you had to restore your headlight lenses yet?

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

I have not. I plan to change them to the V6 OEM headlights soon. kzread.info/dash/bejne/X5ye19WKj5y3kdI.html

After 110k I replaced with a durlast starter. Started grinding at 135k. Free replace then few months later wont start from time to time. Wtf.

This is crazy. They have their starters in the midst impossible places lol ha ha

Hi. I am having a hard time to remove the second 14mm I believe it’s the longer screw. My issue is when I get the socket in I have literally no room to turn the socket. I tried with extension and without I used the 1/2 drive from harbor freight. Can you tell me what tool you used to get it out? Thank you in advance!

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

You can remove the intake manifold plate on the right side of the upper bolt by removing the 3 bolts that hold it on. Or you can try using a ratchet with a swivel head and extension to give you more leverage.

@NeoAndersonReloaded

2 ай бұрын

Get a wobble socket

What was the original symptom? I turn the key, get a click, no crank. Turn key again, crank, start. Becoming more frequent. I’m going to replace the starter anyway, 99.3% sure that’s it.

@DIYCarModz

9 ай бұрын

No crank. Just click

@jlowe600

9 ай бұрын

I just completed the starter change out. I had same exact symptoms you are having...was getting really bad, 4-5 trys and finally a crank. Heads up, the 12mm nut for the Power(with the boot) was a PITA...everything else was pretty easy. Good luck

Hi, What is the manufacturer (honda) part number? Thank you in advance!

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

All product used on the video is listed on the video description of all my videos. OEM remanufactured Honda Accord Starter: ebay.to/3n3GW8m Honda Accord Sport 2.4L 2013 2014 2015 2016 2017 Starter Motor Cvt Automatic OEM Honda Accord Starter Part number: 06312-5A2-506RM 31200-5A2-A52

@sonnyn5119

Жыл бұрын

@@DIYCarModz Did you buy the one from ebay or the OEM one, any issues if you did buy it from ebay. Thank you in advance!

This is about the same for 2018 to change out.

They make it impossible hate that crap

I had my starter start acting up around 168,000 miles. Then I would have to crank it 5-15 times before it would start. Had it replaced by my mechanic for about $500 parts/labor with an OEM starter. The starter now makes a great sound start up sound now. Hope this new starter lasts me until 330,000+ miles. DO NOT BUY AN AFTERMARKET STARTER! HONDA OEM ALL THE WAY.

@DIYCarModz

Жыл бұрын

+1 I recommend purchasing OEM starter as well. I plan to rebuild the my original starter so that I have a spare OEM starter.

@simonle7596

Жыл бұрын

@@DIYCarModz would be a nice video tutorial if you got the time to film it 🙏🏼

@adnanghanem1453

Жыл бұрын

Thats funny i just hit 168k and it blew

Do you have any recommendations on how to get the car started? If my starter is bad? I need to get it to the dealership and towing is not an option.

@GoldenKey757

Жыл бұрын

sometimes you have to hold the starter button longer and play with it.

@bullymaguire4457

Жыл бұрын

Have someone go under the car and with a stick or a hammer and bang on the starter at the same time you turn the ignition on, it should pretty much start right up.

Great video!!!