Installation Procedure

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

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NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .

If equipped with a 8.1L engine, install the starter heat shield.
Install the starter heat shield bolts, and nut.
Tighten:
- Tighten the starter heat shield bolts to 3 N.m (35 lb in).
- Tighten the starter heat shield 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 (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Starter Motor Replacement (8.1L Engine) .