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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2013SAVANA H1500, VAN CARGOREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONS (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)BATTERY TRAY REPLACEMENT (PRIMARY)(BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)

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)

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Tray And Bolts

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Install the battery tray to the vehicle.
Connect the vacuum pump hoses and electrical connector.

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the battery tray bolts and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Battery Hold-Down Retainer Bolt & Retainer

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Install the battery.
Install the battery hold-down retainer and bolt and tighten to 18 N.m (12 lb ft).
Install the fender brace.
Install the battery limiter to the vehicle if equipped.

Fig 3: Identifying Battery & Cables

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Install the positive battery cable to the battery and tighten to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
Install the battery negative cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Tighten the terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
Install the coolant recovery reservoir and tighten to 11 N.m (97 lb in).

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When to See a Mechanic

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

• 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.