2019 2.0L Starter Removal

[denson9874]

Hello Everyone,

A few days ago my wife and I were stopped at a stop light, with auto stop engaged. Upon releasing the brake pedal to drive, we heard a "pop" sound and vehicle lost all power and shut off. Now when we attempt to start the vehicle we get a grinding sound and start up is unsuccessful. I ran the codes on the vehicle and cannot find a DTC that points to anything, which leads me to believe that the starter has failed at the fly wheel. I am attempting to remove the starter in order to inspect/replace it, but I suspect that I may need to remove several mechanical component to access it (Drive Shaft, Transfer Case, etc.) Has anyone here attempted such a repair/replacement, and if so, could provide some tips or guidance on how to achieve such a task? Thanks for any assistance provided.

 

[PoManNox]

It doesn't look that bad based on this video below for the 2.0T, but you know how that goes..

I sound like a broken record on this, but you have to eliminate the auto stop/start system. Having the poor thing cycle itself to death puts so much extra stress on the vehicle mechanically and electronically. These things aren't a Toyota Prius after all.

 

[denson9874]

Lol this is true. I was successful in getting it removed, thanks to the above video. Significantly less painful than removing a drive shaft and transfer case. I will definitely invest in a module to disable this Auto Start Stop "feature" or at the very least place the vehicle in L9 so that the engine remains engaged at all times.

 

[Moonwink]

Lol this is true. I was successful in getting it removed, thanks to the above video. Significantly less painful than removing a drive shaft and transfer case. I will definitely invest in a module to disable this Auto Start Stop "feature" or at the very least place the vehicle in L9 so that the engine remains engaged at all times.

What did you find after removing the starter? Was it the problem?