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Starter Motor: Service and Repair

REMOVAL

WARNING: WHEN PERFORMING MAINTENANCE ON THE STARTING SYSTEM, BE AWARE THAT HEAVY GAUGE LEADS ARE CONNECTED DIRECTLY TO THE BATTERY. MAKE SURE PROTECTIVE CAPS ARE IN PLACE WHEN MAINTENANCE IS COMPLETE.

1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. Raise and support the vehicle.







3. Remove starter solenoid protective cap.







4. Disconnect the starter motor electrical connections.







5. Remove the bolts and the starter.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.