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Replacement of the starter motor of the Opel Vivaro 2.0

Model: Vauxhall Vivaro MK 1 - Years: 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012
Part: Starter motor

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Today we will learn how to disassemble and replace the starter motor of the Opel Vivaro 2.0, as well as the Renault Trafic. In order to disassemble it, it is necessary to access it from below, first removing the lower engine cover; then we loosen the air conditioning pipes and remove the radiator clip, in order to access the starter motor, as shown in the video.

At this point, we unscrew the fixing screws of the starter motor, disconnect the electrical wiring to remove it and replace it with the new one; we then reattach the radiator and the lower engine cover.


Posted on 24 September 2025 by ScegliAuto


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