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Starter Solenoid (6.6L Engine): Installation

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  1. If necessary, install the solenoid plunger and spring. See Figure .
  2. Using Three Bond Silicone 1207B (GM P/N 97720043), seal the starter solenoid attachment area. See Fig 1 .
  3. CAUTION: Ensure that the drive gear lever is properly installed into the solenoid plunger loop. Improper installation of the drive gear lever will cause an abnormal or no operation condition of the starter. See Figure .
  4. Install the solenoid, making sure to insert the drive gear lever into the solenoid plunger loop, perform the following:
    1. Pull the gear lever out away from the starter housing and pull the plunger out away from the solenoid.
    2. Tip the solenoid and insert the lever into the loop, push the solenoid against the housing.
  5. Install the solenoid bolts. See Figure . Tighten the bolts to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  6. Wipe the excess silicone pressed out during the solenoid installation from around the base of the solenoid to make a weather proof seal.
  7. Install the cable to the M-terminal stud between the washers and terminal nut. See Figure .
  8. Tighten the M-terminal stud nut. Tighten the nut to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS  .
  9. Using Three Bond silicone 1207B, seal the M-terminal stud connection. See Figure .
  10. Reposition the M-terminal stud weather cover.
  11. Bench test the starter in a free-run condition prior to installation.
  12. Install the starter motor. See STARTER  .
Fig 1: Sealing Solenoid Attachment Area
G00357921Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.