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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View Of Starter & Heat Shield
    GM663472Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If necessary, install the starter shield.
  2. Install starter to vehicle through right wheel well opening.
    3. Fig 2: Identifying Electrical Connector (Right Side Of Engine)
    GM662991Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the starter solenoid lead (2) to the solenoid stud.
    4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the starter solenoid nut (3).

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter solenoid nut to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).

  5. Install the starter power lead (1) and nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter lead nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

    6. Fig 3: Identifying Starter Bolts
    GM663527Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Slide the starter rearward.
  7. Install the starter bolts.

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

    8. Fig 4: View Of Right Transmission Closeout Cover & Bolt
    GM309713Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the right transmission cover bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the transmission cover bolt to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
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