Hi zilla600, These are not all that bad to do, just read through the procedure below.

Document ID# 582593 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue

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Starter Motor Replacement

Removal Procedure

Important: The starter motor (PG260 M1) on this vehicle is not serviceable and must be replaced as a complete unit.

1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
3. Remove the front lower air deflector.
   

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4. Remove the starter solenoid S terminal nut.
5. Remove the starter solenoid S terminal wiring harness connector at the starter motor.
   

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6. Remove the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut.
7. Remove the starter solenoid BAT terminal wiring harness connector at the starter motor.
8. Remove the torque converter cover.
   

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9. Remove the starter bolts. Remove the shims, if necessary.
10. Remove the starter motor.

Installation Procedure

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1. Make sure the correct starter motor is being installed. Install the starter motor to the engine.

   Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the starter bolts.
   

   Tighten
   Tighten the starter bolts to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

3. Install the torque converter cover.
   

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4. Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal wiring harness connector at the starter motor.
5. Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut.
   

   Tighten
   Tighten the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut to 10 N·m (84 lb in).

   
   

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6. Install the starter solenoid S terminal wiring harness connector at the starter motor.
7. Install the starter solenoid S terminal nut.
   

   Tighten
   Tighten the starter solenoid S terminal nut to 2 N·m (20 lb in).

8. Install the front lower air deflector.
9. Lower the vehicle.
10. Connect the battery negative cable.

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Document ID# 582593 2000 Oldsmobile Intrigue

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