Jeep Repair: Starter Removal/No Space, automatic transmission oil cooler, transmission oil cooler


Question
I am trying to replace my starter on a 99 jeep grand Laredo V8.  I have come to realize that the exhaust system, and some stablizing arm is in the way for removal.  How do I gain access for removal?

Answer
-Remove the lower starter mounting bolt and the exhaust brace.
-Remove the upper starter mounting nut, lock washer, and automatic transmission oil cooler line bracket.
-Move the starter towards the front of the vehicle until the starter gear housing nose clears the bell-housing. Then tilt the starter nose downwards past the exhaust pipe.
-Reverse the removal procedures to install. Tighten the starter hardware as follows: