Removal (5.3L)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Oldsmobile Bravada, 2003 GMC Envoy XL, 2003 GMC Envoy, and 2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove right flywheel cover bolt. See Figure. Remove starter mounting bolts. Disconnect oil level sensor harness connector. Slide starter forward until starter clears transmission. Disconnect electrical connectors from starter solenoid. Remove starter.
- Clean area around Crankshaft Position (CKP) sensor before removal to prevent debris from entering engine. Disconnect CKP sensor harness connector. Remove CKP sensor retaining bolt and CKP sensor. See Figure.