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Installation Procedure

  1. GM5023940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Starter Solenoid Cable (3) - Install

  2. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution

  3. Starter Cable Retainer Fastener (4) - Install and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in)
  4. Starter Solenoid Fastener (2) - Install and tighten to 12.5 N.m (111 lb in)
  5. Electrical Connector (1) - Connect
  6. Starter (5) - Install
  7. GM5023650Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Starter Mounting Bolt (3) - Install and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft)

  8. Starter Mounting Bolt (1) - Install and tighten to 58 N.m (43 lb ft)
  9. GM3553871Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Starter Heat Shield (1) - Install - Starter Shield Replacement (LF3) 

  10. GM3605778Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe-Bank 2 (2) - Install - Turbocharger Oil Return Pipe Replacement (Bank 2)

  11. Connect the electrical connector to the heated oxygen sensor - bank 2 sensor 1.
  12. Lower the vehicle.
  13. GM3576053Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Radiator Inlet Hose (2) @ Water Outlet - Install - Radiator Inlet Hose Replacement (LF3)

  14. GM3582117Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY

    Air Cleaner Assembly (2) - Install - Air Cleaner Assembly Replacement (LF3)

  15. Connect the negative battery cable. Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (without KL9) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (with KL9) .