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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Locating Nut Retaining Positive Battery Cable To Starter
    GM43021Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Connect the wires to the solenoid.

    Tighten: 

    • Tighten the battery positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
    • Tighten the engine wiring harness to starter nut to 1.9 N.m (17 lb in).

    2. Fig 2: View Of Starter Assembly
    GM395675Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Install the starter and the inboard starter mounting bolt. Do not tighten.
  3. Install the starter shims, if equipped.
    4. Fig 3: Locating Starter Mounting Bolts
    GM395641Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Install the outboard starter mounting bolt.

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

    5. Fig 4: View Of Differential Carrier Shield
    GM141840Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the differential carrier shield, if equipped.
  6. Install the differential carrier shield mounting bolts, if equipped.

    Tighten:  Tighten the differential carrier bolts to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

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