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2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 A

Removal Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)

2011 GMC Savana Special 4.8 ASECTION Removal Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)
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WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
    Fig 1: Identifying Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable
    GM1662554Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Disconnect the auxiliary battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
    2. Fig 2: View Of Battery Positive Cable & Clips
    GM1817954Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable to the frame clips (1).
  3. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable to chassis harness clips (2).
    4. Fig 3: View Of Auxiliary Battery Positive Cable & Clips
    GM1817959Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable to frame clips (1).
  5. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable to crossmember clips (2).
  6. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable to frame clip (3).
    7. Fig 4: View Of Junction Block Auxiliary Positive Cable
    GM1662151Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable nut from the junction block.
  8. Disconnect the auxiliary positive battery cable wiring harness clips.
  9. Remove the auxiliary positive battery cable from the vehicle.
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