Removal Procedure
IMPORTANT:
This vehicle uses the PG260 F1 starter motor. The starter motor is serviced only as a complete unit.
- Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove radiator air baffle assembly. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
- Remove the starter motor BAT terminal nut and electrical leads.
- Remove the starter motor S terminal nut and electrical lead.
- Remove the torque converter cover. Refer to Torque Converter Cover Replacement (LA1) in Automatic Transaxle - 4T65-E.
- Remove the starter motor bolts.
- Remove the starter motor.