Starter Motor: Service and Repair

Starter Motor









Removal and Installation

WARNING: Before carrying out maintenance on the starting system, disconnect the battery ground cable from the frame to completely isolate the starter from the dual frame-mounted batteries. Failure to follow this instruction may result in serious personal injury.

1. With the vehicle in NEUTRAL, position it on a hoist. For additional information, refer to Vehicle Jacking and Lifting.

2. NOTE: The 6.0L diesel uses 2 frame mount batteries. The ground path is through the frame.

Disconnect the battery ground cable from the frame.

3. Remove the nut and position the cable bracket aside.





4. Remove the starter solenoid protective cap.





5. Disconnect the starter motor electrical connections.





6. Remove the 2 bolts, the stud bolt and the starter.

Installation

1. Position the starter motor and install the 2 bolts and the stud bolt in 3 stages.
- Stage 1: Install the 2 bolts and the stud bolt finger tight.

- Stage 2: Tighten the upper bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

- Stage 3: Tighten the lower bolt and stud bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).

2. Connect the starter motor electrical connection.
- Tighten to 12 Nm (106 lb-in).





3. Connect the starter motor electrical connection.
- Tighten to 6 Nm (53 lb-in).





4. Install the starter solenoid protective cap.





5. Position the cable bracket and install the nut.
- Tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft).





6. NOTE: The 6.0L diesel uses 2 frame mount batteries. The ground path is through the frame.

Connect the battery ground cable.