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2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 U

Installation Procedure

2006 Chevrolet Suburban C2500, 6.0 USECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Install the positive battery cable.
  2. Install the positive cable to the clip (7) on the oil pan.
    Fig 1: Installing Positive Battery Cable
    GM785046Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the positive cable (1) to the starter.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the starter lead nut (9).

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the positive cable to the channel.
    Fig 2: Installing Battery Cable To Cable Channel
    GM785043Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the battery cable channel bolts (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolts to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

  7. Install the negative cable to the battery channel.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Install the battery cable bracket and bolt to the power steering pump.
    Fig 3: View Of Power Steering Pump Battery Cable Bracket & Bolt
    GM662509Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  10. Install the positive cable (1) to the junction block.
    Fig 4: View Of Battery Cables At Junction Block
    GM662521Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Snap the junction block cover.
    12. IMPORTANT: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.
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