2001 Cadillac SLS Starter

2001 CADILLAC SLS
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2001 Cadillac SLS Automatic 57000 miles

How do i replace the starter on my 2001 Cadillac SLS?
I know its inside the manifold, but i don't know how to get to it.
Jan 13, 2010 at 2:26 PM
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Notes STARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT REMOVAL PROCEDURE


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Disconnect the battery negative cable. Remove the intake manifold. Disconnect the BAT cable from the starter. Disconnect the wire from the "S" terminal on the starter.


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Remove the two starter motor mounting bolts. Remove the starter motor. INSTALLATION PROCEDURE NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.


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Connect the starter motor "S" terminal wire. Tighten Tighten the starter solenoid S terminal nut to 4 N.m (35 lb in) . Connect the starter motor BAT terminal wire. Tighten Tighten the battery cable to starter terminal nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in) . Install the starter motor. Install the starter motor mounting bolts. Tighten Tighten the starter motor mounting bolts to 30 N.m (22 lb ft) . Install the intake manifold.
Jan 13, 2010 at 2:34 PM