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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2005 🢒 Avalanche - 2WD 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Generator Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 395686 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L, or Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
  3. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
    4. 3.1. Reposition the boot to expose the stud.
    3.2. Remove the generator cable nut.
    3.3. Remove the generator cable from the stud.

    Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  4. Open the positive cable junction block.
  5. Remove the generator cable nut.
  6. Remove the generator cable (2) from the junction block.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 662521 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  1. Install the generator cable (2) to the junction block.
  2. Install the generator cable nut.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  3. Close the positive cable junction block.

    4. Object Number: 395686 Size: SH
  4. Install the generator cable to the generator, perform the following:
    5. 4.1. Install the generator cable to the stud.
    4.2. Install the generator cable nut.

    Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

    4.3. Position the boot to cover the stud.
  5. If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L, or Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 8.1L.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .