Accessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement

2014 Chevrolet Equinox LS, FWD, Gas/EthanolSECTION Accessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement
Fig 1: Identifying Accessory Wiring Junction Block Components
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Accessory Wiring Junction Block Replacement

Callout Component Name
Preliminary Procedures 
Disconnect the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
1 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Cover
Procedure 
Remove the accessory wiring junction block cover by pushing in on the 2 retainer tabs located on the sides of the cover and lift. To reinstall, fit together the retainer tabs located on the ends of the cover and push down on the cover until the tabs on the ends of the cover lock into place.
2 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Battery Cable Nut
CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .


Tighten 
7 N.m (62 lb in)
3 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Battery Cable Nut
Tighten 
7 N.m (62 lb in)
4 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Harness Connector Bolt (Qty: 4)
Tighten 
10 N.m (89 lb in)
5 Accessory Wiring Junction Block

Procedure

  1. Reposition the accessory wiring harness from the accessory wiring junction block retainer.
  2. Remove the accessory wiring junction block by pushing in on the 4 retainer tabs located on the sides of the block and lift. To reinstall, fit together the retainer tabs located on the ends of the cover and push down on the cover until the tabs on the ends of the cover lock into place.
6 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Retainer Base Bolt

Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery cable retainer.
  2. Position the junction block retainer base alignment tab to the bracket first, then install the bolt.

Tighten 
10 N.m (89 lb in)
7 Accessory Wiring Junction Block Retainer Base
RENDER: 1.0x

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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