Hillclimber Posted June 20 Posted June 20 I have a 2002 MH10 V6 auto with a stuck/seized starter solenoid. New Acre (my local specialist) tell me they wouldn't be able to do anything for a couple of months. Can anyone recommend another specialist who could change the starter motor for me, ideally in the Midlands area.
Picasso Posted June 20 Posted June 20 hello peter try simon contract mechanics 01926-612932 07551578462 give him a call say lee gave you his number great genuine guy he will look after you if he dont answer the phone leave a voice message and name and number he will call you back works on his own or drop a text message he will all ways reply or you can try stuart spencer autos in dudley i bought my alphard off him and he also does repairs 2
Hillclimber Posted June 20 Author Posted June 20 3 hours ago, Picasso said: hello peter try simon contract mechanics 01926-612932 07551578462 give him a call say lee gave you his number great genuine guy he will look after you if he dont answer the phone leave a voice message and name and number he will call you back works on his own or drop a text message he will all ways reply or you can try stuart spencer autos in dudley i bought my alphard off him and he also does repairs Thanks for that feedback. Very useful. I was taking the view that it was beyond my above average mechanicing skills, and the lack of an English workshop manual as a guide. Having checked a video, I'm sure I can do it.
dezufo Posted June 20 Posted June 20 3 hours ago, Hillclimber said: Thanks for that feedback. Very useful. I was taking the view that it was beyond my above average mechanicing skills, and the lack of an English workshop manual as a guide. Having checked a video, I'm sure I can do it. you could just change the solenoid contacts rather than the whole unit 1
Lou Posted June 21 Posted June 21 Hi last year I got my Alfie's starter motor repair for 95GBP in Stoke on Trent. That's including repair and taking it from the car and putting back together. Bit far from Midlands but you could find a shop that does only those repairs in Midlands. 1
Hillclimber Posted June 21 Author Posted June 21 12 hours ago, Picasso said: I’m sure you can just take your time My brain sometimes goes into full negative mode when looking at something new. Probably something to do with my advancing years! Thanks for your positive thoughts. As for replacement starter, am I good to just go by engine size and vehicle age, or are there differences I need to know. Its a 3.0l V6 from 2002.
dezufo Posted June 21 Posted June 21 39 minutes ago, Hillclimber said: My brain sometimes goes into full negative mode when looking at something new. Probably something to do with my advancing years! Thanks for your positive thoughts. As for replacement starter, am I good to just go by engine size and vehicle age, or are there differences I need to know. Its a 3.0l V6 from 2002. See link for part numbers, then you can check online e.g. eBay, Autodoc, etc https://www.amayama.com/en/genuine-catalogs/epc/toyota-japan/alphard/MNH10W/152282/engine/1904
Hillclimber Posted June 25 Author Posted June 25 Having watched a couple of YouTube videos of removing the starter from other Toyota models, it proved to be a remarkably straightforward job. Basically the steps are remove the battery, remove the aircleaner assembly and then remove the two bolts securing the starter to the cylinder block. Took me all of 40 minutes. Then hit the most mind boggling snag I have ever encountered, and I mean EVER! The starter motor flange is corroded to the cylinder block and no amount of blows to the flange edge seems to want to break the bond. Has anyone encountered anything like this before and has anyone got any realstic suggestions about breaking aluminium corrosion, especially where access to the joint is very limited to large tools or objects. I have the new starter and the old one is not needed as a return. We have a trip planned for the first weekend in July, and wondering if we will make it!
Picasso Posted June 25 Posted June 25 3.0 are known for it they rust them selves in the shoulder of the starter motor is smouth slides in but over time they get stuck in i have known people to brake the starter motor to get it out 1
Hillclimber Posted June 29 Author Posted June 29 On 6/25/2025 at 11:11 AM, Picasso said: 3.0 are known for it they rust them selves in the shoulder of the starter motor is smouth slides in but over time they get stuck in i have known people to brake the starter motor to get it out Thats how mine is coming out. Current left with the front cone and pinion still stuck in the mounting hole. Cant see a way to collapse the cone without the possibility of it all dropping in to the bellhousing. Have instilled the help of a neighbour who is a commercial vehicle mechanic. So far his chisels have done far more than mine did!
Hillclimber Posted July 1 Author Posted July 1 New starter fitted and engine starting without issues. This is how the old one came out. The cone with the front pinion was the real problem area.
Hillclimber Posted July 1 Author Posted July 1 Just taken the van for a run and noticed the MIL was on. Disconnected the MAF and a black connector at the rear of the cylinder head while removing the starter. Both replaced OK. Is it likely the MIL will go out on its own, or does it need further checks.
Picasso Posted July 1 Posted July 1 Hi Peter don’t think it will clear it self going to have to get the code read and reset 1
BigNev Posted July 1 Posted July 1 Chuffing heck!! That was seriously stuck in there! Far too happy where it was and wanted to stay!
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