This is the typical wiring diagram for the starter motor on the 2004, 2005 3.5L V6 Chevrolet Malibu and 2005 3.5L V6 Pontiac G6.
The starter motor on the 2004-2005 3.5L Malibu (and 2005 Pontiac G6) can be easily bench-tested. You can find the test here: How To Bench Test A Starter Motor (Step By Step).
More 3.5L V6 Chevy Malibu Tutorials
You can find a complete list of 3.5L V6 Chevy Malibu tutorials here: GM 3.5L V6 Index Of Articles.
Here's a list of articles you'll find there:
- How To Test The Engine Compression (2004-2007 3.5L Chevrolet Malibu).
- How To Do A Cylinder Balance Test (2004-2007 3.5L Malibu).
- How To Test A Blown Head Gasket (2004-2007 3.5L Malibu).
- How To Test The MAF Sensor (2004-2008 3.5L Malibu).
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