Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Remove the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LB7) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) 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 1: View Of Starter & Heat Shield

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

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

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Remove the starter heat shield.