Removal Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Removal Procedure
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CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery)Β  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery)Β .
  2. If necessary, remove the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  3. Remove the right fender wheelhouse inner panel. Refer to Wheelhouse Panel Replacement in Body Front End.
  4. Remove the engine wiring harness nut (4).
    Fig 1: View Of Engine Wiring Harness
    GM1369542Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the engine wiring harness lead (1) from the starter.
    Fig 2: View Of Cables, Connector & Retainers - Lower Right Of Engine
    GM1369543Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the positive battery cable nut (7).
  7. Remove the positive battery cable lead (8) from the starter.
  8. Remove the turbocharger exhaust pipe. Refer to Turbocharger Exhaust Pipe Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) in Engine Exhaust.
  9. Remove the starter motor bolts.
    Fig 3: View Of Starter
    GM1334814Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Remove the starter motor.
RENDER: 1.0x

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.