1990 Chevrolet S-10 Starter removal

200,000 MILES • 4.3L • 6 CYL • 4WD • MANUAL
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ENCHILADEEDA
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Trying to remove starter but not enough room to get it out. Is there some secret trick or do we have to jack up the engine or what? Thanks
Sep 17, 2015 at 6:04 AM
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HMAC300
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jack up front of truck jack stand under frame remove two bolts and wiring connections drops out no problem installs in reverse order.
Sep 18, 2015 at 11:30 PM
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ENCHILADEEDA
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No it doesn't, I assure you. I also thought it would be that easy but starter is still hanging under truck. There is no clearance to remove it. I did call my friend at NAPA and was told the only way to get it out was to either remove the cross-member, which is welded or loosen the motor mount on that side and jack up the engine. We are trying this next. Thanks, for you answer tho'.
Sep 19, 2015 at 3:11 AM
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HMAC300
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try this grind a little of the pass side diff bracket, jack engine up and remove flex plate cover should come right out.
Sep 19, 2015 at 5:35 AM
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