Starter removal, how to remove the two small bolts on the starter?

2009 BUICK LUCERNE
175,000 MILES • 3.9L • V6 • 2WD • AUTOMATIC
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MARK LEE
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Located starter removed two bolts are too small to remove. Also took nut off Front Motor mount near starter jacked up engine, still can't remove.
Aug 18, 2022 at 5:17 AM
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SQM
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Hello,

In order to replace the starter, you will have to remove the torque converter cover as well as the transmission brace.
This will allow enough room to remove the starter:

https://www.2carpros.com/articles/how-to-replace-a-starter-motor

I have attached the replacement procedure below.

Let me know of any questions.
Thank you.
Aug 18, 2022 at 10:44 AM
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