RAV4 4WD V6-3.5L (2GR-FE) (2006)
4. REMOVE STARTER ARMATURE PLATE
a. Remove the starter armature plate from the starter yoke assembly.
5. REMOVE STARTER COMMUTATOR END FRAME COVER
a. Using a screwdriver, pry out the starter commutator end frame cover.
6. REMOVE STARTER ARMATURE ASSEMBLY
a. Using snap ring pliers, remove the snap ring and plate washer.
b. Remove the starter armature assembly from the starter commutator end frame assembly.
7. REMOVE PLANETARY GEAR
a. Remove the 3 planetary gears from the starter drive housing assembly.
REASSEMBLY
HINT: Use high-temperature grease to lubricate the bearings, gears, return spring and steel ball when assembling the starter.