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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the starter motor.
  2. NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
    Fig 1: View Of Starter Mount & Bolt
    GM759316Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the starter motor mount bolt (2) and nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter mount bolt and nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

  4. Connect the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid and secure the cable with a nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    Fig 2: View Of Starter & Related Components
    GM754358Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) to the solenoid and secure the lead with a nut (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the S-terminal nut to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).

    Fig 3: View Of Starter Solenoid S-Terminal Lead & Nut
    GM1380362Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to POWER BRAKE BOOSTER CHECK VALVE AND/OR HOSE in Hydraulic Brakes.
  7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .