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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Isuzu Ascender, 2007 GMC Envoy, 2007 Chevrolet TrailBlazer, and 2007 Buick Rainier. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install the starter motor.
- Install the starter motor mount bolt (2) and nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the starter mount bolt and nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Connect the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid and secure the cable with a nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install the starter solenoid S-terminal lead (2) to the solenoid and secure the lead with a nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the S-terminal nut to 2.3 N.m (20 lb in).
- Install the vacuum brake booster hose. Refer to Vacuum Brake Booster Check Valve and/or Hose Replacement .
- Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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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.