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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2016 Chevrolet Trax and 2016 Buick Encore. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (without KL9) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (with KL9) 
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
  3. Transfer Case Replacement - Remove
  4. Fig 1: Engine Coolant Heater Cord
    GM4111076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  5. Disconnect the electrical connector. (1)
  6. { If equipped }Engine Coolant Heater Cord (2) - Disconnect
  7. Starter Solenoid Cable Nut (3) - Remove
  8. Battery Positive Cable (4) - Remove
  9. Fig 2: Starter
    GM4111083Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Starter Mounting Nut (1) - Remove
  11. Starter Mounting Bolt (2) - Remove
  12. Starter (3) - Remove