Q: Starter removal.
Hey Robert I have been online all day and calling all stores to just find out a yes or no question for my 2006 chevy impala 5.3. Do I have to remove my starter when changing my oil and side pan gaskets?
My car has 92000 miles.
My car has an automatic transmission.
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