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Starter Motor: Service and Repair

STARTER MOTOR

WARNING: When carrying out maintenance on the starting system be aware that the heavy gauge leads are connected directly to the battery. Make sure the protective caps are in place when maintenance is completed.

REMOVAL
1. Disconnect the battery ground cable.
2. With the vehicle in neutral, position it on a hoist.







3. Remove the components in the order indicated in the illustration and table.

INSTALLATION
1. To install, reverse the removal procedure.