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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET1997CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN CARGO, 6.5 FREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 81 (STARTING SYSTEM)REMOVAL & INSTALLATIONSTARTERREMOVAL
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 F
Removal & Installation: Starter: Removal
1997 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Cargo, 6.5 FSECTION Removal
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- On all engines, disconnect negative battery cable. Raise and support vehicle. On 4.3L and 5.0L, remove starter brackets and shields. Remove starter solenoid terminal "S" nut and battery cable nut. Separate wiring from starter. Remove starter mounting bolts. Remove shims and note arrangement for reassembly. Remove starter.
- On 5.7L and 7.4L, remove starter mounting bolts. Remove shims and note arrangement for reassembly. Remove starter solenoid terminal "S" nut and battery cable nut. Separate wiring from starter. Remove starter motor heat shield. Remove starter.
- On 6.5L diesel, remove starter motor retaining nut. Remove starter mounting bolts. Remove shims and note arrangement for reassembly. Remove starter solenoid terminal "S" nut and battery cable nut. Separate wiring from starter. Remove starter.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.