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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008CHEVY EXPRESS G2500, VAN CARGO, 6.6 6REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 261 (BATTERY)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY POSITIVE CABLE REPLACEMENTREMOVAL PROCEDURE

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6

Removal Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo, 6.6 6SECTION Removal Procedure

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Remove the bolt retaining the coolant recovery reservoir or surge tank.
Move the coolant recovery reservoir or the surge tank aside.
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .

Fig 1: Removing Coolant Recovery Reservoir/Surge Tank
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Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery.
If equipped with the 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L engine, disconnect the positive lead to the junction block.
Raise the vehicle.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Positive Cable From Battery
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Disconnect the positive lead to the starter solenoid.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Positive Lead From Starter Solenoid
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Disconnect the positive lead to the generator.
Remove the cable from the vehicle. Note the location of the retaining clips.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Positive Lead From Generator
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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.