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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 1997 🢒 Corvette 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Starter Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

    in General Information.
  2. Remove the intermediate exhaust pipe assembly from the vehicle. Refer to Intermediate Pipe in Engine Exhaust.

    3. Object Number: 197627 Size: SH
  3. Remove the positive battery cable from the starter motor.

    4. Object Number: 74062 Size: SH
  4. Remove the S terminal nut, wire and washer from the starter motor.

    5. Object Number: 74063 Size: SH
  5. Support the starter motor.
  6. Remove the starter motor mounting bolts.
  7. Remove the starter motor from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 74063 Size: SH
  1. Position the starter motor on the vehicle.
  2. Support the starter motor.
  3. Install the starter motor mounting bolts.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 47 N·m (35 lb ft).

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.


    Object Number: 74062 Size: SH
  4. Install the starter motor S terminal washer, wire and nut.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the S terminal nut to 4 N·m (35 lb in).


    Object Number: 197627 Size: SH
  5. Connect the positive battery cable at the starter motor.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  6. Install the intermediate exhaust pipe assembly to the vehicle. Refer to Intermediate Pipe in Engine Exhaust.
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable.

    9. Tighten
    Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).