Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet Chevy Express G3500, Van Passenger ExtendedSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: View Of Battery Tray, Brackets & Nuts
    GM1702822Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the battery tray to the vehicle.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the 3 nuts securing the battery tray to the battery tray bracket.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nuts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  4. Install the nut securing the battery tray to the front fender inner panel.

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

  5. Fig 2: View Of Battery Tray Front Support & Bolts
    GM1702819Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the battery tray front support.
  7. Install the battery tray front support bolts.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the bolts to 20 N.m (15 lb ft).

  8. Install the battery. Refer to Battery ReplacementΒ .
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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