Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Buick LaCrosse and 2006 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (L26) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LY7) .
Remove the right catalytic converter. Refer to CELL LINK in Engine Exhaust.

Fig 1: Aligning Starter Heat Shield To Starter Motor & Brackets

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Remove the fasteners securing the starter heat shield to the starter.
Remove the starter heat shield.

Fig 2: View Of Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket Retaining Nut

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Remove the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the starter.
Remove the starter heat shield mounting bracket.

Fig 3: Locating Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket To Engine Block Retaining Nut

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Remove the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the engine block.
Remove the starter heat shield mounting bracket.