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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Buick Verano. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle (Standard) .
  3. Fig 1: Starter & Generator Cables & Nuts
    GM2512755Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Disconnect the starter wiring harness plug (1).
  5. Remove the starter and generator positive cable nut (2) and the starter and generator positive cable (3).
  6. Remove the starter bolt (5) and the starter ground cable (4).
  7. Fig 2: Starter & Bolt
    GM2512756Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Remove the starter bolt (1).
  9. Remove the starter (2).