Starter Motor: Service and Repair

Upon removal of starter, note if any shims are used. If shims are used, they should be reinstalled in their original location during installation.
If starter is noisy during cranking, remove one .015 inch double shim or add one .015 inch single shim to the outer bolt. If starter makes a high pitched whine after firing, add .015 inch double shims until noise ceases.

1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. Remove all electrical wiring from starter.
4. Remove dust cover attaching bolts, then dust cover.
5. Remove starter motor attaching bolts. On 2.5L/4-151 engine, remove nut securing starter bracket to rear of starter.
6. Remove starter from vehicle. If starter needs additional room, remove engine brace and roll engine rearward.
7. Reverse procedure to install, torque starter motor attaching bolts to 32 ft. lbs.