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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: View of Starter Heat Shield, Bolts, & Nuts
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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. If necessary, install the starter heat shield, nut and bolts.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the bolts to 3 N.m (35 lb in).
    • Tighten the nut to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

    2. Fig 2: View Of Positive Cable & Nut (8.1L)
    GM751548Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the positive cable to the starter.
  3. Install the positive cable nut.

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

    4. Fig 3: View Of Starter Lead & Nut (8.1L)
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  4. Install the starter lead (4) to the starter.
  5. Install the starter lead nut.

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

    6. Fig 4: View Of Starter Motor (8.1L)
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  6. Position the starter into place.
  7. Install the starter bolts.

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

    8. Fig 5: View Of Front Axle Mounting Bracket Nuts & Bolt (4WD)
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  8. If equipped with 4WD, position the front axle mounting bracket bolt until the bolt is fully seated.
  9. If equipped with 4WD, install the front axle mounting bracket nuts.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nuts to 95 N.m (70 lb ft).

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