Battery Replacement (Top Post)

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Battery Replacement (Top Post)
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Cadillac STS. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Battery (Top Post)
GM2001393Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
Callout Component Name

Premliminary Procedure

  1. Disconnect the negitive battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LHD With Top Post)Β .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable. Refer to Battery Positive Cable Replacement (LH2 With Top Post)Β  or Battery Positive Cable Replacement (LH2 With Side Post)Β  or Battery Positive Cable Replacement (LLT With Top Post)Β .
1 Bolt
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Tighten:Β  17 N.m (13 lb ft)

2 Insulator
3 Battery
RENDER: 1.0x

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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.