2004 Chevy Trailblazer Sarter

2004 CHEVROLET TRAILBLAZER
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2004 Chevy Trailblazer 6 cyl Two Wheel Drive

What is the easiest way to get the starer off with out taking other things off?
Sep 1, 2010 at 6:37 PM
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BLUELIGHTNIN6
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nothing really needs removed on the v6 engine to replace starter, just raise vehicle up to access starter.
Sep 1, 2010 at 7:00 PM
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WRENCHTECH
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You don't have to remove much at all to change that starter.




STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE



1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Remove the vacuum brake booster hose.
3. Remove the battery positive lead from the solenoid (1).



4. Remove the starter solenoid S-terminal lead nut (1) from the solenoid.
5. Remove the starter solenoid S4erminal lead (2) from the solenoid.



6. Remove the starter mount bolt and nut (1, 2).
7. Remove the starter motor.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE



1. Install the starter motor.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the starter motor mount bolt (2) and nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the starter mount bolt and nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft) .



3. Connect the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid and secure the cable with a nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in) .



4. Install the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) to the solenoid and secure the lead with a nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the S-terminal nut to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in) .

5. Install the vacuum brake booster hose.
6. Connect the battery negative cable.
Sep 1, 2010 at 7:01 PM
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