Section 380 (Starting (Service Information) - 2500 Hd & 3500 Hd): Starter: Installation: 5.7L

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Fig 1: Starter Electrical Connectors

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Connect the solenoid wire to starter motor (snaps on).
Position the battery cable to the solenoid stud. Install and tighten the battery cable eyelet nut to 13 N.m (10 ft. lbs.). Do not allow the starter motor to hang from the wire harness.

Fig 2: Starter Mounting Bolts
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Position the starter motor to engine.
If equipped with automatic transmission, slide the cooler tube bracket into position.
Install and tighten both mounting bolts. Tighten to 68 N.m (50 ft. lbs.).
Lower the vehicle.
Connect the negative battery cable.