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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006SUBURBAN C1500, 5.3 ZREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 810 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT (2.4L (LAT))INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 Z

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C1500, 5.3 ZSECTION Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Engine Wiring Harness Ground Lead Nut And Stud

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Install the negative battery cable to the engine compartment as close to the original routing noted during removal.
Raise the vehicle.
Install the negative battery cable lead (2) to the transaxle stud.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

Install the engine wiring harness ground lead nut (1) to the transaxle stud.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

Fig 2: Locating Cable Retainers

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Lower the vehicle.
Install the negative battery cable (2) to the positive battery cable retainers (1).

Fig 3: View Of Negative Battery Cable Connection To Body

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Install the negative battery cable (1) to the stud.
Install the negative battery cable nut (2) to the left front wheelhouse panel (3) stud.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement (2.2L (L61)) or Battery Tray Replacement (2.4L (LAT)) or Battery Tray Replacement (3.5L (L66)) .

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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.