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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2001SUBURBAN C1500REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSGENERATOR CABLE REPLACEMENTINSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500

Installation Procedure

2001 Chevrolet Suburban C1500SECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Battery Cables At Junction Block

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Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Install the generator cable (2) to the junction block.
Install the generator cable nut.
Tighten

Tighten the generator cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Close the positive cable junction block.

Fig 2: View Of Generator Cable & Nut

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Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:
1. Install the generator cable to the stud.
2. Install the generator cable nut.
  Tighten
  
  Tighten the generator cable nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Position the boot to cover the stud.
If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement (6.0 L w/RPOs Y91 and Z88) , Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement (4.8 L, 5.3 L, and 6.0 L) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.

Fig 3: View Of Battery Cables

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Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Auxiliary Battery) , Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) .

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When to See a Mechanic

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.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.