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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EQUINOX AWD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGSTARTING SYSTEMSTARTER MOTORSERVICE AND REPAIR
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6L
Starter Motor: Service and Repair
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair
Starter Replacement (LFX)
Removal Procedure
1. Turn OFF the ignition.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. Remove the heat shield (2) from the starter.
4. Disconnect the knock sensor connector.
5. Disconnect and remove the bank 1 sensor 2 oxygen sensor after the left catalytic converter. Refer to Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2 Heated Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Bank 1 Sensor 2
6. Remove the battery positive nut (1) and the engine harness connector (2), from the starter solenoid (3).
7. Remove the starter motor bolts (1).
8. Remove the starter motor (2).
Installation Procedure
1. Install the starter motor (2).
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the starter motor mounting bolts. Tighten to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).
3. Install the battery positive cable and engine harness connector to the starter. Tighten the battery positive cable nut (1) to 13 Nm (115 lb in).
4. Install the engine harness connector to the starter solenoid.
5. Install the starter heat shield (2) and tighten the bolt (1) to 5 Nm (44 lb in).
6. Connect the knock sensor connector.
7. Install and connect the bank 1 sensor 2 oxygen sensor.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.