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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2004AZTEK AWD V6-3.4L VIN EREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2004 Pontiac Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN E
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
2004 Pontiac Aztek AWD V6-3.4L VIN ESECTION Service and Repair
STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT (LA1)
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: This vehicle uses the PG260 F1 starter motor. The starter motor is serviced only as a complete unit.
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove radiator air baffle assembly.
4. Remove the starter motor BAT terminal nut and electrical leads.
5. Remove the starter motor S terminal nut and electrical lead.
6. Remove the torque converter cover.
7. Remove the starter motor bolts.
8. Remove the starter motor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the starter motor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the starter motor bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor bolts to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
3. Install the torque converter cover.
4. Install the starter motor S terminal electrical lead and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor solenoid S terminal nut to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
5. Install the starter motor BAT terminal electrical leads and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor solenoid BAT terminal nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
6. Install radiator air baffle assembly.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery.
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
IMPORTANT: This vehicle uses the PG260 F1 starter motor. The starter motor is serviced only as a complete unit.
1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Vehicle Lifting.
3. Remove radiator air baffle assembly.
4. Remove the starter motor BAT terminal nut and electrical leads.
5. Remove the starter motor S terminal nut and electrical lead.
6. Remove the torque converter cover.
7. Remove the starter motor bolts.
8. Remove the starter motor.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the starter motor.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the starter motor bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor bolts to 47 N.m (35 lb ft).
3. Install the torque converter cover.
4. Install the starter motor S terminal electrical lead and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor solenoid S terminal nut to 3 N.m (27 lb in).
5. Install the starter motor BAT terminal electrical leads and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter motor solenoid BAT terminal nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
6. Install radiator air baffle assembly.
7. Lower the vehicle.
8. Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery.
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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.