Removal Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)

2013 GMC Savana H1500, Van CargoSECTION Removal Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.
  3. Fig 1: View Of battery positive cable
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  4. Remove the positive cable nut from the junction block and disconnect the cable.
  5. Fig 2: View Of battery positive cable
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  6. Remove the positive cable nut from the generator and disconnect the cable.
  7. Remove the engine cover. Refer to Engine Cover Replacement .
  8. Fig 3: View Of battery positive cable
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  9. Disconnect the wiring harness clips and the positive cable from the glow plug module.
  10. Remove the battery positive cable from the engine harness clip.
  11. Fig 4: View Of engine harness clip
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  12. Remove the battery positive cable from the engine harness clips (1).
  13. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .
  14. Fig 5: View Of battery positive cable nut
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  15. Remove the battery positive cable bolt (1) and clip (2) from the frame.
  16. Remove the battery positive cable retaining clip from the transmission line bracket.
  17. Fig 6: View Of Cables, Connector & Retainers - Lower Right Of Engine
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  18. Remove the positive battery cable nut (7) from the starter and disconnect the cable (8).
  19. Remove the positive battery cable.
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When to See a Mechanic

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

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.