The starter is on the passenger-side of the engine. It is connected to the flywheel housing near the bottom of the engine. The starter has two main electrical connections: a large battery cable connection and a smaller solenoid connection. The battery cable connection is typically protected with a black plastic cover.
1989 Toyota 4Runner 3.0L V6 4WD
On 4WD models the starter is on the driver's-side of the engine. It is directly below the air cleaner. The starter has two main electrical connections: a large battery cable connection and a smaller solenoid connection. The battery cable connection is typically protected with a black plastic cover.