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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001SUBURBAN C1500REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER REPLACEMENT (WITH 6.6 L ENGINE)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: View Of Starter Motor & Bolts
    GM660305Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Install the starter motor to the engine rear cover.
  2. Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

    Install the starter motor bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the starter bolts to 78 N.m (58 lb ft).

    3. Fig 2: View Of Positive Battery Cable Nut & Cable From The Starter (6.6L (LB7))
    GM674619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install the solenoid wires.
  4. Install the starter solenoid nut.

    Tighten 

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

  5. Install the battery positive cable to the solenoid stud.
  6. Install the battery positive cable nut.

    Tighten 

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

  7. Connect the turbocharger exhaust pipe. Refer to Exhaust Manifold Pipe Replacement (6.0 L, 6.6 L, and 8.1 L Engines) in Engine Exhaust.
    8. Fig 3: View Of Wheelhouse Panel & Push-In Retainers
    GM401885Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the right front fender wheelhouse inner panel (1).
  9. Install the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tires and Wheels.
  10. Lower the vehicle.
  11. Connect both battery negative cables. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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