.. so im going to replace the starter on my moms sienna tomorrow.

should i get a new battery? anything else i should replace while im working on it

 

Why would you need to replace the battery when you're replacing the started?

 

:dunno: heard from someone that its advisable that i do? i was wondering the same thing.. thats why i posted

 

Nah, it should be ok.

 

no. just make sure you disconnect it.

 

Was it the guy at the parts counter?

Change the starter and use the old battery unless it is junked.

 

don't waste ur money ..... changing battery is extremely easy and do it when u need to

 

some people change the battery when they replace the alternator..alternator can over charge/drain the battery when it goes bad..

 

Check the battery terminals and make sure they are both clean and do not have sulfation on them. Use a voltmeter and check how much volts the battery can produce. 12.45 volts is what the minimum spec for a 75% charged battery is according to ASE. If you want you can bring the battery to a car store to get load tested.