How to Remove Starter 2014 Silverado, Sierra, Suburban, Tahoe with 5.3L L83 and 6.2L L86

[@samanthagreenlee2035]

I used this to change out my starter, today. Thanks mechanic guy! Yes, he is right. You don't have to take the wheel off. Just turn it to the driver side. Yes, you DO have to take off the finder liner.

[@francisgantos4669]

Thanks! Just a heads up that the 4.3L V6 is a ridiculously tight squeeze. Save yourself the trouble and take off the tire, side covering, loosen the sway bar, unclip transmission coolant lines, remove skid plate and bend any heat shields out of the way. I had a heck of a time rotating the starter int position. Whole thing Took about 5hrs. I would not have wanted to do this in a parking lot somewhere, it took ALOT of finesse and cursing.

[@thegarciasvsworld9223]

Finally…someone who can help me. Thank you!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Man that stinks. You would think the V6 would have more space but guess not. Thanks for sharing

[@madera007]

Been following the channel for a while now and it’s helped me out on several projects now.

[@mikesomma9944]

Excellent video thanks for the step by step I couldn't have done it without it.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad it helped!

[@joerobilotta2199]

I replaced the starter 2014 GMC 1500. But tonight I think I lost the smaller wire to the starter. The ones with the red clip tab. How do u fix it and where does the lead come from?

[@BuiltDifferent13]

Does this fix the cold start grind? Anytime it's below freezing, the Bendix stays out a split second after the engine fires and it grinds on the flex plate. After the engine warm though it won't do it.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I haven't had that issue but it also doesn't get below freezing a ton in south jersey.

[@JPalomino-b8u]

Thank you for sharing this information 🙏🙏🙏

[@mwgrc]

Good video, changed a thousand starters but its always good to make sure what your thinking it correct, I just put it on some ramps and did it all from underneath with the creeper, not removing the liner or wheel it was simple-Thx

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad it helped

[@jus1975]

Im putting together a 2014 and currently putting the starter back. I cant tell which cable is which. I would assume the negative battery cable goes to the engine block and other to the starter. but it doesnt seem to go that way. And ive been wrong before. Was that cable from the starter to the negative on the battery or was it the other cable.

[@ryanspell]

My bolt it stuck in the starter and will not go into the block or come out and the bolt is holding the starter in place what do I need to do to get it out

[@TheSundaeDrive]

One of the bolts was stuck for me too. I had to impact it out but without seeing your exact situation it is difficult to advise.

[@eriklupercio4048]

Same here but even the impact won’t get it out

[@skulliomax]

This video was super helpful, thank you!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad to help!

[@lucasjohnson6084]

Hey man thanks for the helping could you tell what I should do I broke the red locking tab on the signal wire

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I would push it on tight and use some zip ties to hold it securely. I have a few connections like that on my truck lol

[@zkraut87]

I just did the same, and now I can't budge the wire to remove my bad starter.

[@ceebfwmmuas1114]

Zach Krauter I did the same. It will come off eventually. Taking off that harness took me the longest. Everything else, smooth!!

[@eddieg6214]

If my starter is not good will it only squeal on a cold start and not a warm start ?

[@DonMadeThatBeat]

Broke the red tab with little pressure, now it seems like I cannot get the connector off , I don’t wanna break the connecter. Any ideas what should I do? Like it’s on there super tight .

[@TheSundaeDrive]

try using a pick tool

[@eliasceniceros8871]

My connector completely broke off and I’m trying too find a replacement. We’re you able too take it off with out breaking or did you have too replace it?

[@DonMadeThatBeat]

@@eliasceniceros8871 I just called a shade tree mechanic to put it on for me , he charged me 45 bucks

[@DonMadeThatBeat]

@@eliasceniceros8871 also to take it off

[@broo_me7217]

Screw this red tab...

[@dreamstory866]

thank you you sharing this video. ..i try to replace my 2014 gmc sierra starter.. its good helpful.

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Glad it helped

[@haydengooding5124]

I know this video has nothing to do with this, but I've always been curious on the white front grille and bumper of your truck. Is it wrapped, plastidipped, painted? I have a 2014 summit white double cab that I've always dreamt of having all white, just not sure which route to take

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I picked up a primered bumper after an accident (video on the channel from long ago lol) and got it painted. The light bezels and grille are all painted chrome. I clear wrapped them because I was afraid of chipping since paint on plastic chrome doesn't always stick well. I am not super happy with the clear wrap (which I did myself) but I think with how high up the truck is, the clear wrap was unnecessary.

[@vlogmoor]

Will this also work for the 2014 4.3?

[@jonienglish3231]

I wish GM came with Button to Select AFM #1: ECO ( 4 cyl Biased ) #2 : Mixed Combined #3: V8 : AFM Locked out #4 : Stop Start

[@TheSundaeDrive]

That would be awesome. I wonder if someone could make that button a reality. Hmmm

[@jonienglish3231]

another Good Video Cliff you would Think by Year 2014 GM would have just installed Start /Stop ALTERNATOR /STARTER to the Engine by just using a Serpentine Belt to Crank the Engine over or to ADD Adition Engine Torque to the Motor Like rne RAM 1500 with the HEMI Engine !!!

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Thanks! Pete edited this one so credit goes all there. I question a lot of GM decisions lol

[@eddielozada3694]

Hello. Its possible to remove the starter without remove the wheel or wheel liner right?

[@TheSundaeDrive]

It should be. Just makes it a lot easier to see what you are doing.

[@albertonabejar6992]

Do you know if the crankshaft position sensor is located on top of the starter below the engine block?

[@kar-techsautomotive1870]

What happens if I just do the hp tune to disable dod on my 17 Silverado

[@TheSundaeDrive]

It doesn't do anything for the longevity of the lifters unfortunately. I've talked to guys that tuned it out as soon as getting their trucks and the lifters still failed

[@kar-techsautomotive1870]

Ok thanks a lot for this information

[@ColonelEMHouse]

Great job. Thank you

[@TheSundaeDrive]

No problem!

[@dustinredman3470]

My 2014 Silverado won't restart after driving 30 or 40 miles. It shows no codes on the diagnostic. Any ideas? I need help.

[@TheCreativeMind]

Hey Dustin, I'm no mechanic but I'll throw out some ideas for you. Battery terminal corrosion, bad ignition switch, clogged fuel filter, anti theft mode engaged (possible switches broken), bad harmonica connector under the dash, new ignition switch installed with the possibility of wires pulled against metal to install the new switch. Were there any mods done to the truck? Check there first. Depending where you live possible corroded grounds. I figure some of these may give codes but not sure. Hope this helps

[@eriklupercio4048]

Anyone run into a stubborn bolt?

[@murkman1656]

It does just come out. You gotta bend time and space and sneak it past the flux capacitor

[@TheSundaeDrive]

lol

[@jonienglish3231]

Cliff you Lucky this is not a L84 Engine , Cause you would have to install 8 Lifter Plugs instead of just 4 Lifter plugs

[@TheSundaeDrive]

There are 8 with mine as well. 8 collapsible lifters with the L83 (if that is what you are referring to)

[@jonienglish3231]

@@TheSundaeDrive Yes you are Correct 8 Colapsable - i ment on the 2020 Engine L84 now has all 16 Colapsable Lifters !!! with DELETED Vacuum Pump instead of just 8 on the L83 Engine

[@TheSundaeDrive]

Ahh yeah! So many more opportunities to fail 🤦‍♂️ lol. I wish you could choose afm delete as a factory option. I'm still replacing all 16 because mine have 108K on them

[@jonienglish3231]

@@TheSundaeDrive Cliff so @ 108000 miles the Lifters Failed ??? or was giving you Engine Code ? my Tahoe has just 35,000 km

[@Phaedrus-th7bi]

Did he say, "We already removed the DRIVER'S SIDE wheel and fender lining?"

[@DonMadeThatBeat]

I called my mechanic like yeah I’m having problems trying to remove this starter, and bring a jack to remove the tire, he laughed

[@chrismoorhead11]

I caught that to after he said he is on the passenger side lol I was like wait a second ain't he on the passenger side

[@bernardmelton8241]

It’s a little bit hotter with the 4.3. Lol

[@TheSundaeDrive]

I'm surprised, I would have thought there is more room but I guess placement is bad?

[@theman2391]

What made it so difficult to remove and reinstall? What extra process did you have to go through?

[@bernardmelton8241]

4.3 is lower. Or the cross minder is high. I think that’s what it’s called under the motor lol

[@theman2391]

@@bernardmelton8241 so did you have to remove the crossmember to remove the starter?

[@bernardmelton8241]

@@theman2391 no But had to loosen the sway bar to maneuver the starter out