Chevrolet Silverado / GMC Sierra. Manual — part 1766

Fig. 239: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Components
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

6. Disconnect the engine wiring harness electrical connector (4) from the oil level sensor.

7. Slide the starter forward until the starter clears the transmission and properly support the

starter.

NOTE:

Avoid cable and wiring damage. DO NOT suspend the starter by
the cables or wires attached to the solenoid terminals. Use a
rope or mechanics wire to suspend the starter.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Electrical - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

8. Lower the vehicle half way.

9. Remove the right front wheel and tire. Refer to Tire and Wheel Removal and

Installation .

10. Remove the right front wheelhouse liner. Refer to Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement

- Right Side (GMC) or Front Wheelhouse Liner Replacement - Right Side
(Chevrolet) .

Fig. 240: View Of Engine Wiring Harness Lead Terminal & Nut
Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Electrical - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado

11. Remove the engine wiring harness lead nut (1).

12. Remove the engine wiring harness lead terminal (2) from the starter.

Fig. 241: View Of Starter Solenoid Cable Clip & Bolt
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13. Remove the starter solenoid cable clip bolt (2) from the frame.

2008 Chevrolet Silverado 1500

2008 ENGINE Engine Electrical - Cab & Chassis Sierra, Cab & Chassis Silverado, Sierra & Silverado