Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Locating Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket To Engine Block Retaining Nut

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Install the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the stud located at the engine block.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the engine block.
Tighten: Tighten the starter heat shield mounting bracket nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket Retaining Nut

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Install the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the stud located at the rear of the starter motor.
Install the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the starter.
Tighten: Tighten the starter heat shield mounting bracket nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

Fig 3: Aligning Starter Heat Shield To Starter Motor & Brackets

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Position the starter heat shield to the starter motor and brackets.
Install the fasteners securing the starter heat shield to the starter motor and brackets.
Tighten: Tighten the starter heat shield fasteners to 8 N.m (71 lb in).
Install the right catalytic converter. Refer to Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right (LA3, LY9) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right (LY7) or Catalytic Converter Replacement - Right (LS6) in Engine Exhaust.
Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .