S10/T10 Blazer 4WD V6-4.3L VIN W (1997)
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
Starter Motor Replacement
Starter Motor Replacement: Removal Procedure
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
NOTE: Never operate the starter motor for more than 30 seconds at a time. Allow it to cool for at least two minutes. Overheating, caused by too much
cranking, will damage the starter motor
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the front exhaust pipe.
3. Remove the wires from the starter solenoid.
Starter Motor Replacement: Removal Procedure
4. Remove the starter motor mounting bolts.
Starter Motor Replacement: Removal Procedure
5. Remove the starter from the vehicle.
6. Remove the starter shims, if equipped.