Removal Procedure

Important:  This vehicle uses the PG260 F1 starter motor. The starter motor is serviced only as a complete unit.

1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
3. Remove radiator air baffle assembly. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS .
4. Remove the starter motor BAT terminal nut and electrical leads.
   Fig 1: Removing Starter Motor BAT Terminal Nut & Electrical Leads

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5. Remove the starter motor S terminal nut and electrical lead.
6. Remove the torque converter cover. Refer to TORQUE CONVERTER COVER REPLACEMENT .
7. Remove the starter motor bolts.
8. Remove the starter motor.
   Fig 2: Removing Starter Motor & Bolts

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