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2013 GMC Savana H1500, Van Cargo

Installation Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)

2013 GMC Savana H1500, Van CargoSECTION Installation Procedure (Battery, Charging System And Starting System)
  1. Install the positive battery cable to the vehicle.
    2. Fig 1: View Of Generator Positive Battery Cable Boot
    GM1951858Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  2. Install the positive cable (1) to the generator.
    3. CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the generator nut (3) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
  4. Position the positive cable boot (2) at the generator.
  5. Raise and support the vehicle.
    6. Fig 2: Identifying Positive Battery Cable At Starter Solenoid
    GM2016073Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install the battery positive terminal (2) to the starter solenoid.
  7. Install the battery terminal nut (3) onto the starter solenoid battery terminal (1) and tighten to 10 N.m (89 lb in).
    8. Fig 3: Positive Battery Cable Retainer And Frame Bolt
    GM2016069Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Install the positive cable retainer (2) to frame bolt (1) and tighten to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
  9. Lower the vehicle.
    10. Fig 4: Battery Positive Cable & Components (With LU3)
    GM2016064Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  10. Install the positive battery cable (1) to the junction block and tighten to 13 N.m (115 lb in).
  11. Install the positive battery cable clip (5) from the battery tray.
  12. Install the positive battery cable to the battery and tighten the bolt to 14 N.m (123 lb in).
  13. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  14. Install the coolant recovery reservoir. Refer to Coolant Recovery Reservoir Replacement .
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