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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Express 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 105191 Size: SH
  1. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the auxiliary battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  3. Disconnect the negative ground leads from the frame.
  4. Remove the battery negative cable from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 105191 Size: SH
  1. Install the battery negative cable to the vehicle.

    2. 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.

  2. Connect the negative ground leads to the frame.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the negative ground leads to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  3. Connect the battery negative cable to the auxiliary battery.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  4. Lower the vehicle.