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.



V6-262 DIESEL
1. Disconnect battery ground cable. On engines with heavy duty option there will be two batteries. Install a suitable engine holding device.
2. Raise and support vehicle. Remove left and center engine mount stud nuts, then 2 front cradle mount bolts and lower cradle. Remove flywheel cover.
3. Remove starter lower shield nut and starter flex shield for removal accessibility.
4. Disconnect wires from starter noting position of wires for installation.
5. Remove starter attaching bolts, then remove starter.