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Starter Motor: Service and Repair



Starter Motor Replacement (3.5L (L66))

Removal Procedure

Important: Record all pre-set radio stations.




1. Turn the ignition OFF.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the B+ battery cable nut at starter.
4. Remove the S-terminal connector.
5. Remove the lower starter assembly to transmission bolt and oxygen sensor connector bracket.
6. Remove the upper starter assembly to transmission bolt.
7. Remove the starter.

Installation Procedure




1. Install the starter to the transmission.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the starter mounting bolts.

Tighten the starter-to-transmission bolts to 44 N.m (33 lb ft).

3. Install the B+ cable and nut.

Tighten the B+ cable-to-starter nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

4. Install the S-terminal wire.
5. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

6. Reprogram the radio stations.

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