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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 132 (ENGINE CONTROLS - REMOVAL & INSTALLATION - DIESEL)FUEL SYSTEMSGLOW PLUGINSTALLATION
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z
Glow Plug: Installation
2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation
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- Install the glow plug(s). Install the buss bar and wiring, if equipped. Tighten the plug to specification. See TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the harness to the desired glow plug(s). Install the glow plug nuts to the desired glow plug(s). Tighten the nut to specification. Install the air cleaner outlet duct. See AIR CLEANER OUTLET DUCT under AIR INDUCTION SYSTEMS.
- Install the wheelhouse panel to the appropriate wheelhouse. Install the top clips retaining the harness to the top of the wheelhouse panel. Install the push-in retainers to the wheelhouse panel. Connect the negative battery cables. Tighten battery cable bolts to specification.
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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.