you can get to the starter from the top side if you pull the air filter housing and hose off first then you can see the starter my 95 as 14mm bolts
Check for a loose connection Check for a loose fuse in the fuse box Check for an open wire in the brake light circuit
Never worked on this particular vehicle. Memory serves that your have to remove the grease cap on the center of the hub and remove the axle nut itself. BEFORE DOING THIS be sure you have the tightening torque rating for your vehicle for re-installation.