REMOVAL & INSTALLATION
| CAUTION | When battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION before disconnecting battery. |
Note. Vehicles are designed for starter mounting without shims. A single shim or double shims may have been added to correct a noise or engagement condition. When installing starter, any previously installed shims should be replaced in original location to ensure proper pinion to flywheel clearance.
Removal (3.8L)
Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove starter heat shield. Remove one starter retaining bolt. Remove one starter retaining stud. Disconnect starter solenoid wiring. Remove shims and note arrangement for reassembly (if equipped). Remove starter assembly.
Removal (5.7L)
- Disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. Remove catalytic converter hanger retaining bolts. Remove catalytic converter hanger. Loosen catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold retaining nuts. Remove catalytic converter-to-exhaust crossover pipe nuts. Slide exhaust crossover pipe rearward off from catalytic converter studs. Slide exhaust crossover pipe out of muffler and set aside.
- Remove Connector Positive Assurance (CPA) retainer from left oxygen sensor No. 2 connector. Remove left oxygen sensor No. 2. Remove left side catalytic converter-to-exhaust manifold retaining nuts. Remove left side catalytic converter. Remove starter mounting bolts. Lower starter from engine. Disconnect starter solenoid wiring. Remove shims and note arrangement for reassembly (if equipped). Remove starter assembly.
Installation (3.8L & 5.7L)
To install, reverse removal procedure. Tighten fasteners to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS . Ensure shims are installed in original location (if equipped).