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Starting System: Removal & Installation Chevrolet Silverado 1500 HD

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REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNINGBefore servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be off, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
WARNINGVehicles are equipped with air bag supplemental restraint system. Before attempting any repairs involving steering column, instrument panel or related components, refer to the following procedures first. For Utility vehicle, see DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM . For Pickup vehicles, see DISABLING & ACTIVATING AIR BAG SYSTEM .
CAUTIONWhen battery is disconnected, vehicle computer and memory systems may lose memory data. Driveability problems may exist until computer systems have completed a relearn cycle. See COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES before disconnecting battery.

Note. Starter may have a single shim or double shims added to correct a noise or engagement condition. When installing starter, any previously installed shims should be replaced in original location to ensure proper pinion to flywheel clearance.

Note. Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

Removal (Pickup w/4.3L Engine)

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the starter motor bolts.
  4. Remove the starter lead nut.
  5. Remove the positive cable from the starter.
  6. Remove the starter solenoid nut.
  7. Remove the harness from the starter.
  8. Remove the starter from the vehicle.

Installation (Pickup w/4.3L Engine)

  1. Install the starter to the vehicle.
  2. Install the harness to the starter.
  3. Install and tighten the starter solenoid nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  4. Install the positive cable to the starter.
  5. Install and tighten the starter lead nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  6. Install and tighten the starter motor bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  7. Lower the vehicle.
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten negative battery cable bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .

Removal (Pickup w/4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L Engines)

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the right transmission cover bolt. (Scheme 2)
  4. Remove the starter bolts.
  5. Disconnect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
  6. Slide the starter forward until the starter clears the transmission.
  7. Remove the starter lead nut. (Scheme 3) Remove the starter lead from the solenoid stud.
  8. Remove the starter lead nut.
  9. Remove the positive cable from the starter stud.
  10. Place the starter on a workbench.
  11. Unsnap the transmission cover from the starter.
  12. If necessary, remove the starter shield.

Scheme 2

Scheme 2
Scheme 2

Scheme 3

Scheme 3
Scheme 3

Installation (Pickup w/4.8L, 5.3L & 6.0L Engines)

  1. If necessary, install the starter shield.
  2. Snap the transmission cover to the starter.
  3. Install the positive cable to the starter stud.
  4. Install and tighten the starter lead nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  5. Install the starter solenoid lead to the solenoid stud. (Scheme 3) Install and tighten the starter solenoid nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  6. Snap the transmission cover onto the starter.
  7. Slide the starter rearward.
  8. Install and tighten the starter bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  9. Connect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
  10. Install and tighten the right transmission cover bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten negative battery cable bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).

Removal (Pickup w/6.6L Engine)

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  3. If equipped with 4-wheel drive (4WD), remove the right front tire and wheel.
  4. If equipped with 4WD, remove the right fender wheelhouse inner panel.
  5. Remove the battery positive cable from the starter motor.
  6. Remove the solenoid wires.
  7. Remove the starter motor bolts.
  8. Remove the starter motor.

Installation (Pickup w/6.6L Engine)

  1. Install the starter motor to the engine rear cover.
  2. Install and tighten the starter motor bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  3. Install the solenoid wires.
  4. Install and tighten the starter solenoid nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  5. Install the battery positive cable to the solenoid stud.
  6. Install and tighten the starter lead nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  7. If equipped with 4WD, install the right fender wheelhouse inner panel.
  8. If equipped with 4WD, install the right front tire and wheel. Tighten wheel lug nuts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten negative battery cable bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .

Removal (Pickup w/8.1L Engine)

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  3. Remove the positive cable nut.
  4. Remove the positive cable from the starter solenoid.
  5. Remove the engine harness ground nut and ground from the starter solenoid.
  6. Remove the starter motor bolts.
  7. Remove the starter motor.
  8. Remove the starter heat shield bolts, nut, and shield, if necessary.

Installation (Pickup w/8.1L Engine)

  1. Install the starter heat shield, nut and bolts, if necessary. Tighten the nuts and bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  2. Install the starter motor.
  3. Install and tighten the starter motor bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  4. Install the engine harness ground to the starter solenoid.
  5. Install and tighten the starter solenoid nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  6. Install the positive cable to the starter solenoid.
  7. Install and tighten the starter lead nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten negative battery cable bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000) .

Removal (Sport Utility w/4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L & 8.1L Engines)

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
  2. Raise and suitably support the vehicle.
  3. On 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines, remove the transmission cover bolt. (Scheme 2)
  4. On all engine types, if equipped with four wheel drive (4WD), remove the front axle mounting bracket nuts. (Scheme 4) NOTE: DO NOT remove the bolt.
  5. If equipped with 4WD, reposition the front axle mounting bracket bolt until the bolt tip is flush with the support bushing.
  6. Remove the starter bolts.
  7. On 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines, disconnect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
  8. On all engine types, slide the starter forward until the starter clears the transmission.
  9. Remove the starter lead nut. (Scheme 3) Remove the starter lead from the starter.
  10. Remove the positive battery cable nut from the starter.
  11. Remove the positive cable from the starter.
  12. Place the starter on a workbench.
  13. If necessary, unsnap the transmission cover from the starter.
  14. If necessary, remove the starter heat shield.

Scheme 4

Scheme 4
Scheme 4

Installation (Sport Utility w/4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L & 8.1L Engines)

  1. If necessary, install the starter heat shield.
  2. If necessary, snap the transmission cover to the starter.
  3. Install the positive cable to the starter.
  4. Install and tighten the positive battery cable nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  5. Install the starter lead to the starter. (Scheme 3)
  6. Install and tighten the starter lead nut to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  7. Position the starter into place.
  8. Install and tighten the starter bolts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  9. On 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines, connect the oil level sensor electrical connector.
  10. If equipped with 4WD, position the front axle mounting bracket bolt until the bolt is fully seated. (Scheme 4)
  11. If equipped with 4WD, install the front axle mounting bracket nuts. Tighten the nuts to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  12. On 4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L engines, install the transmission cover bolt. (Scheme 2) Tighten the bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).
  13. Lower the vehicle.
  14. Connect the negative battery cable. Tighten negative battery cable bolt to specification. See «TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS»(ref-168656-S26794769732004111300000).

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