GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Remove the flywheel inspection cover.
  2. Inspect the flywheel for the following:
  3. • Loose flywheel bolts
    • Chipped gear teeth
    • Missing gear teeth
    • Bent flywheel
    If not within specifications, secure the flywheel bolts or replace the flywheel.
    If all inspections were within specification, replace the starter motor.

Repair Instructions

    •  Fastener Tightening Specifications for the 4.6L engine. or Fastener Tightening Specifications for the 3.9L engine.
    •  Engine Flywheel Replacement for the 4.6L engine. or Engine Flywheel Replacement for the 3.9L engine.
    •  Starter Removal