Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: View Of Auxiliary Battery Relay & Bolts
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  1. Install the auxiliary battery relay.

    Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.

  2. Install the auxiliary battery relay nuts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the auxiliary battery relay nuts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  3. Fig 2: View Of Auxiliary Battery Relay, MAF, IAT & Coolant Level Sensor Electrical Connectors
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  4. Connect the auxiliary battery relay electrical connector (1).
  5. Fig 3: View Of Auxiliary Positive Battery Cable Nut
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  6. Install the auxiliary battery positive cable to the auxiliary battery relay.
  7. Install the auxiliary battery positive cable nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the auxiliary positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  8. Position the boot to cover the stud.
  9. Fig 4: Auxiliary Battery
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  10. Install the auxiliary battery positive cable to the auxiliary battery relay.
  11. Install the auxiliary battery positive cable nut.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the auxiliary positive cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  12. Position the boot to cover the stud.
  13. Fig 5: View Of Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable
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  14. Connect the auxiliary negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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