Jeep Repair: Starter Removal/No Space, automatic transmission oil cooler, transmission oil cooler
QuestionI am trying to replace my starter on a 99 jeep grand Laredo V8. I have come to realize that the exhaust system, and some stablizing arm is in the way for removal. How do I gain access for removal?
Answer-Remove the lower starter mounting bolt and the exhaust brace.
-Remove the upper starter mounting nut, lock washer, and automatic transmission oil cooler line bracket.
-Move the starter towards the front of the vehicle until the starter gear housing nose clears the bell-housing. Then tilt the starter nose downwards past the exhaust pipe.
-Reverse the removal procedures to install. Tighten the starter hardware as follows: