Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Starter & Heat Shield

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Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (8.1L Engine) .
If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the starter heat shield.

Fig 2: View of Starter Heat Shield, Bolts, & Nuts

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If equipped with a 8.1L engine, remove the starter heat shield bolts, and nut.
Remove the starter heat shield.