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2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Base

Installation Procedure

2008 Pontiac Grand Prix BaseSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2007 Buick LaCrosse and 2007 Buick Allure. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
    Fig 1: Locating Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket To Engine Block Retaining Nut
    GM847390Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the stud located at the engine block.
    2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  2. Install the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the engine block.

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter heat shield mounting bracket nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

    3. Fig 2: View Of Starter Heat Shield Mounting Bracket Retaining Nut
    GM772393Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the stud located at the rear of the starter motor.
  4. Install the nut securing the starter heat shield mounting bracket to the starter.

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter heat shield mounting bracket nut to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

    5. Fig 3: Aligning Starter Heat Shield To Starter Motor & Brackets
    GM772392Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Position the starter heat shield to the starter motor and brackets.
  6. Install the fasteners securing the starter heat shield to the starter motor and brackets.

    Tighten:  Tighten the starter heat shield fasteners to 8 N.m (71 lb in).

  7. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (3.8L)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (3.6L) .
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