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.



EXCEPT V6-262 DIESEL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support vehicle.
3. From beneath vehicle, remove two starter motor to engine bolts and lower starter. On 4-151 engine remove nut securing starter bracket to rear of starter.
4. Disconnect solenoid wires and battery cable then, remove starter.
5. Reverse procedure to install.