Vehicle keeps going through starters

Hi,

When you replace them, are you getting a remanufactured starter? Is it the same brand each time? How does the starter fail? For example, is it the motor itself or is there an issue with the Bendix and engagement?

Here are directions for replacement. I'm adding them simply because I was wondering if you are reinstalling the starter cover plate. See directions and pic.

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2008 Nissan-Datsun Truck Pathfinder 4WD V6-4.0L (VQ40DE)
Removal and Replacement
Vehicle Starting and Charging Starting System Starter Motor Service and Repair Removal and Replacement
REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
STARTER MOTOR

Removal and Installation

VQ40DE MODELS

Exploded View STR-17

Pic 1




Removal
1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
2. Remove engine undercover, using power tools.
3. Remove exhaust manifold cover from exhaust manifold (right bank) to gain access to starter cover bolts.
4. Remove starter cover bolts and starter cover.


pic 2

5. Disconnect terminal "1" connector and terminal "2" nut.
6. Remove the two starter bolts, using power tools.
7. Remove the starter.

Installation
Installation is in the reverse order of removal.

Terminal "2" nut : 10.8 N.m (1.1 kg-m, 8 ft-lb)

CAUTION: Tighten terminal "2" nut carefully.

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Let me know. Also, I have had issues in the past with remanufactured parts. If you are getting the same brand each time, it may be a good idea to try a different brand.

Let me know.

Joe