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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 1242 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (LY7)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Installation Procedure
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Cadillac CTS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Install and position the negative battery cable.
- Install the negative battery cable to engine block stud.
Tighten:Β Tighten the stud to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).
- Install the bolt (1) securing the negative battery cable to the side rail.
Tighten:Β Tighten the bolt to 36 N.m (27 lb ft).
- Connect the body harness connector (3) to the negative battery cable.
- Connect the I/P harness electrical connector (1) to the battery current sensor.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Side Post)Β .
NOTE:
Refer to Fastener Notice
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.