replace starter on 99 Camery

[M.T. Pockets]

how hard is this to replace? any tips tricks i should know?
are Opeily starter ok os do i need the $380 starter from Toyyota?
thanks
99 XLE v6

[1996camry]

if you know your starter went bad, then go buy selenoid Kit at NAPA... you just replaced inside the starter and you save $$$... don't buy from dealer, you just buy selenoid kit...and you still have a good rebuilt the starter...


if you're not sure your starter went bad, then have Advance Auto Zone run a starter test.

[JohnGD]

If you're hearing clicking noises from the solenoid and nothing happens then it's probably the contacts are worn out. These are considered wear items and can be replaced with 2 contact kits (left and right) and shouldn't cost more than $25-30.

Or you can get a NAPA rebuilt or Bosch rebuilt/new starter (Bosch new comes with a lifetime warranty). Rebuilts should have 2-year warranty. I'd stay away from Autolite for now.

http://www.boschautoparts.com/Produc.../PP100Starters

Originally Posted by M.T. Pockets

how hard is this to replace? any tips tricks i should know?
are Opeily starter ok os do i need the $380 starter from Toyyota?
thanks
99 XLE v6

[Mike Gerber]

^What JohnGD said about the clicking.

If your starter is not just clicking and you need an entire rebult starter, then see if you have an auto electrical rebuilder in your area. In my experience these guys do a better job of rebuilding then the mass rebuilders who sell to the auto store chains, and you get your OEM starter back (assuming that you still have the original OEM starte in your car).

Mike