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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 385 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM & STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT (6.6L (LB7) ENGINE)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Starter Motor & Bolts (6.6L (LB7))
    GM660305Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the starter motor to the engine rear cover.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the starter motor bolts.

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

  3. Install the solenoid wires.
  4. Install the starter solenoid nut.

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

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

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

    7. Fig 2: View Of Positive Battery Cable Nut & Cable From The Starter (6.6L)
    GM674619Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. If equipped with 4WD, install the right fender wheelhouse inner panel (1).
    8. Fig 3: View Of Wheelhouse Panel & Push-In Retainers
    GM401885Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. If equipped with 4WD, install the right front tire and wheel. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and Installation in Tire and Wheel.
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .
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  • • 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.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.