Starter - Removal

3.3/3.8L





1. Install engine support tool 8534-12 or equivalent.





2. Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable at battery.
3. Remove battery cable nut (1) and battery cable (2) from solenoid stud (3).
4. Disconnect electrical connector (5) from starter solenoid (4).






NOTE: Graphic depicts 3.3L AND 3.8L starter motor with six speed automatic transmission. If equipped with 3.3L engine and a four speed automatic transmission skip steps 5 through 9.

5. If equipped with six speed auto transmission, remove transmission to starter mounting bolt (1).
6. Remove two front transmission mount to starter mounting bolts (3).
7. Remove starter assembly (5) from transmission (2).
8. Rotate starter assembly (5) to allow removal from vehicle.
9. Remove the starter motor dust shield (4).






NOTE: Graphic depicts 3.3L starter motor with four speed automatic transmission.

10. If equipped with 3.3L engine and a four speed automatic transmission, remove transmission to starter mounting stud (1).
11. Remove two front transmission mount to starter mounting bolts (3).
12. Remove starter assembly (5) from transmission (2).
13. Rotate starter assembly (5) to allow removal from vehicle.
14. Remove the starter motor dust shield (4).