Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sonoma, 2003 GMC Jimmy, 2003 Chevrolet S10 Pickup, and 2003 Chevrolet Blazer. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION:
Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION
in Cautions and Notices.
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
- Remove the differential carrier shield mounting bolts, if equipped.
- Remove the differential carrier shield, if equipped.
- Remove the starter mounting bolts.
- Disconnect the wires from the solenoid.
- Remove the starter from the vehicle. Note the location of the shims, if equipped.