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Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Position the starter motor to the vehicle.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Starter Bolts
    GM1617015Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
    NOTE: Hand tighten all bolts before finalizing any torques.
  3. Install the starter bolts and tighten to 43 N.m (32 lb ft).
  4. Fig 2: Starter Motor Electrical Connector
    GM1877498Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the starter motor electrical connector (1).
  6. Fig 3: Battery Positive Cable Terminal
    GM1877497Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Install the engine harness terminal (1) and battery positive cable terminal (2) to the starter. Ensure that the battery positive cable terminal anti-rotation feature is aligned correctly.
  8. Install the starter solenoid BAT terminal nut (3) and tighten to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
  9. Fig 4: Transmission Bracket
    GM1877496Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Position the transmission bracket (2) to the vehicle.
  11. Install the 3 transmission bracket bolts (1) and tighten to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
  12. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .