Jeep Repair: starter 02 jeep liberty, flange bolts, exhaust downpipe


Question
how should i remove the starter im pulling the engine and the starter is in the way of the motor mount the starter is lose but to much stuff is in the way and it will not come out.   thanks blake

Answer
3.7L V-6
Disconnect and isolate negative battery cable.
Raise and support vehicle.
Remove 2 flange bolts securing left exhaust downpipe to crossover pipe. Lower pipe slightly to allow front propeller shaft removal.
Remove front propeller shaft.
Remove 2 starter heat shield bolts at side of starter (STARTER HEAT SHIELD - 3.7L).
Remove starter heat shield nut at front of starter (STARTER HEAT SHIELD - 3.7L).
Remove starter heat shield.
Remove solenoid wire from solenoid terminal (STARTER ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS - 2.4L/3.7L).
Remove battery cable from stud on starter solenoid (STARTER ELECTRICAL CONNECTORS - 2.4L/3.7L).
Remove 2 starter mounting bolts (STARTER - 3.7L).
Position front of starter to face rear of vehicle. Rotate starter until solenoid position is located below starter.
Remove starter from vehicle by passing it between exhaust pipe and transmission bellhousing.