Installation Procedure

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe Base, 4.8 CSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Positive Battery Cable
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  1. Install the positive battery cable to the vehicle.
  2. Install the positive battery cable terminal to the mega fuse stud.
  3. Fig 2: Positive Battery Cable Channel, Clips And Studs
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  4. Install the positive battery cable clips to the studs on the plenum front panel.
  5. Fig 3: Generator Battery Jumper Cable
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  6. Install the generator battery jumper cable terminal (4) to the mega fuse stud.
  7. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  8. Install the generator battery jumper cable to mega fuse nut (3).

    TightenΒ 

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

  9. Fig 4: Mega Fuse Cover
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  10. Install the mega fuse cover.
  11. Fig 5: Positive Battery Cable Connector And (UBEC)
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  12. Install the positive battery cable connector (1) to the UBEC.
  13. Fig 6: Junction Block
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  14. Ensure the junction block retainers are in the open position (1).
  15. Position and align the junction block to the 4 bracket pivots (2), once the pivots are engaged, push the retainer down into the locked position (3).
  16. Fig 7: Under Hood Junction Block Cover
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  17. Install the under hood junction block cover.
  18. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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