"ReLay" as for an external Re-Lay
The solenoid is on the starter.
The starter relay on a 1999 GMC Suburban with the bib block engine is located on the solenoid for the starter. The solenoid for the starter is on top of the starter.
Starter solenoid? One top of starter--follow + battery cable
The starter location on a 2002 GMC Envoy is on the passenger side of the engine compartment. It is just below the manifold. Both the starter and starter solenoid are located here.
On a 1997 GMC Suburban, the starter solenoid is typically mounted on the starter motor itself, which is located on the passenger side of the engine block near the transmission. You can access it by removing the protective cover, if present, and disconnecting the battery for safety before working on the starter. The solenoid is a cylindrical component attached to the starter and has electrical connections for the battery and ignition system.
Your starter solenoid is the ropund part attached to the top of your starter it has the little wire to trigger the starter drive to engage the flexplate and a big battery wire to spin it hope this answers you question
Flat battery or sticky starter motor / solenoid - try re-charging battery or get a jump start Flat battery or sticky starter motor / solenoid - try re-charging battery or get a jump start
To wire the starter solenoid on a 1998 GMC Jimmy, connect the battery positive terminal to the solenoid's large terminal, and attach the other large terminal to the starter motor. The smaller terminal on the solenoid connects to the ignition switch, which activates the solenoid when the key is turned to the start position. Ensure all connections are secure and insulated to prevent shorts. Always consult the vehicle's service manual for specific wiring details and diagrams.
To diagnose a bad starter or starter solenoid in a 2000 GMC Sierra 1500, listen for a clicking sound when turning the ignition; a single click often indicates a faulty solenoid, while no sound could suggest a bad starter. Additionally, check for voltage at the starter terminals using a multimeter; if there’s power but it doesn’t engage, the starter is likely faulty. Inspect the battery and connections as well, since poor connections can mimic starter issues. If necessary, you can also perform a bench test on the starter to confirm its condition.
Sure you could replace it or rebuild it, but you're better off buying a new starter and getting the core fee back ;)
On top of the starter. Disconnect the negative ground to the battery, get under and pull the two starter bolts, back the starter out of the bellhousing to get to the two wires on the solenoid. Be careful: the starter is heavy, and will swing toward the pan rail on the engine block. It takes a year for a thumbnail to grow back.
On the engine near the starter. It is accessible by removing the driver side front wheel and inner skirt.