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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2006G6 GTP, 2D COUPE, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1410 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER REPLACEMENT (LE5/LE9)REMOVAL PROCEDURE
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, Standard
Removal Procedure
2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Chevrolet Malibu. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LE5, LE9, LY7) .
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
- Remove the S terminal connector from the starter solenoid.
- Remove the engine harness lead (2) from the starter.
- Remove the positive battery cable nut (2) from the starter solenoid.
- Remove the positive battery cable (3) and engine harness terminal (4) from the starter solenoid.
- 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.