Tahoe 2WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2004)
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
Starter Motor Replacement
STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting
3. Remove the transmission cover bolt.
4. If equipped with four wheel drive (4WD), remove the front axle mounting bracket nuts.
5. If equipped with 4WD, reposition the front axle mounting bracket bolt until the bolt tip is flush with the support bushing.
IMPORTANT: DO NOT remove the bolt.
6. Remove the starter bolts.
7. Disconnect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
8. Slide the starter forward until the starter clears the transmission.
