Could be the fusible link from the starter solenoid to the starter itself. Also, other fusible links are installed by the manufacturer of the vehicle to protect your entire electrical system. A wiring diagram will be a great help in finding where all you fusible links are installed.
Is it a new starter motor? It may be incorrect.
Yes they can be installed in any car or truck that has a good battery.
Wires connected to the starter incorrectly or defective ignition switch.
Remove and replace the starter.
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The starter solenoid is bad.
Assuming you are using the correct bolts for that application, the starter may require shims to align it to the ring gear properly. Originally besides the two bolts on the nose of the starter it would have also had a bracket attached from the front of the starter to the engine block.
If the truck is manual. There are a couple of place to check. A bad ignition switch, bad clutch interlock switch or a bad starter relay. If it is an automatic. The selector switch could be bad.
on top of the starter
The starter for a 2002 GMC truck is located on the passenger side of the block by the transmission.
There is no such thing as a 310 Chevy truck.