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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G3500, VAN PASSENGER EXTENDEDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 114 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT (LZ4)REMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger Extended

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Removal Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Torque Converter Cover Bolts And Cover

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
Remove the torque converter cover bolts.
Remove the torque converter cover.

Fig 2: View Of Negative Battery Cable

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Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector from the starter motor.

Fig 3: View Of Battery Positive Cable & Solenoid

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Remove the positive battery cable nut (3) from the starter solenoid.
Remove the positive battery cable (1) and the engine wiring harness (2) terminal from the starter solenoid.

Fig 4: View Of Starter Motor & Bolts

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Remove the starter motor bolts.
Remove the starter motor.

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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.