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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 903 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSSTARTER MOTOR REPLACEMENT (6.6L)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

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Install the starter motor.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

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

Fig 2: View Of Cables, Connector & Retainers - Lower Right Of Engine

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Install the positive battery cable lead (8) to the starter.
Install the positive battery cable nut (7).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 3: View Of Engine Wiring Harness, Nut & Lead

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Install the engine wiring harness lead (1) to the starter.
Install the engine wiring harness nut (4).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 3.4 N.m (30 lb in).
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

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When to See a Mechanic

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.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.