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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 2REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 903 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY REPLACEMENT (PRIMARY)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 2SECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Battery Hold-Down Retainer Bolt And Retainer

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Install the battery into the battery carrier.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the battery hold-down retainer and bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Battery & Cables

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Connect the battery positive cable and the positive battery cable terminal to the battery. Refer to Battery Positive Cable Replacement (4.3L) or Battery Positive Cable Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L and 6.0L) or Battery Positive Cable Replacement (Auxiliary 6.6L) or Battery Positive Cable Replacement (Primary 6.6L) .
Connect the battery negative cable and the negative battery cable terminal to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Install the coolant recovery reservoir.
Tighten: Tighten the reservoir bolt to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

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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.