Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View of Starter Heat Shield, Bolts, & Nuts

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

If equipped with a 8.1L engine, install the starter heat shield.
Install the starter heat shield bolts, and nut.
Tighten:
- Tighten the bolts to 3 N.m (35 lb in).
- Tighten the nut to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Starter & Heat Shield

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If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, install the starter heat shield.
Install the starter motor. Refer to Starter Motor Replacement (4.3L Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (6.6L (LLY) Engine) or Starter Motor Replacement (8.1L Engine) .