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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 .
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the fan assembly. Refer to fan replacement Fan Replacement .
    3. Fig 1: Identifying Engine Harness Retainer Nut & Engine Harness Ground Terminal Bolt
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  3. Remove the engine harness retainer nut (1) and engine harness ground terminal bolt (3). Reposition engine harness and ground terminal (2)..
  4. Reposition the oil level indicator tube. Refer to Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement (LLY, LBZ) or Oil Level Indicator Tube Replacement (LMM)
  5. Remove the drive belt tensioner. Refer to Drive Belt Tensioner Replacement .
  6. Remove the generator. Refer to Generator Replacement (V6)  or Generator Replacement (V8)  or Generator Replacement (LMM)  or Generator Replacement (LGH) .
    7. Fig 2: View Of Generator Bracket & Attachments
    GM2382166Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the inlet pipe bracket bolts (1) from the generator bracket and the inlet manifold tube.
    8. Fig 3: Identifying Generator Bracket & Bolts
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  8. Remove the generator bracket nuts (1) and bolt (1) from the cylinder block. Remove the generator bracket (3).
  9. If replacing the generator bracket, remove the idler pulleys (4) and transfer to the new generator bracket.
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  • • 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.