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Battery Positive Cable Replacement 4.3L Engine

Removal Procedure

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.


    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Unsnap the positive battery cable cap.
  3. Loosen the positive battery cable bolt.
  4. Remove the positive battery cable from the battery.

    5. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  5. Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).

    6. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  6. Unsnap the junction block cover.
  7. Remove the positive battery cable (1) from the junction block.

    8. Object Number: 662509 Size: SH
  8. Remove the battery cable bracket bolt and bracket from the power steering pump.
  9. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    10. Object Number: 785043 Size: SH
  10. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery channel.
  11. Remove the battery cable channel bolts (1).
  12. Remove the positive battery cable from the channel.

    13. Object Number: 785046 Size: SH
  13. Remove the starter lead nut (9).
  14. Remove the positive cable (1) from the starter.
  15. Remove the positive cable from the clip (7) on the oil pan.
  16. Remove the positive battery cable.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 785046 Size: SH
  1. Install the positive battery cable.
  2. Install the positive cable to the clip (7) on the oil pan.
  3. Install the positive cable (1) to the starter.

    4. 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.

  4. Install the starter lead nut (9).

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


    Object Number: 785043 Size: SH
  5. Install the positive cable to the channel.
  6. Install the battery cable channel bolts (1).

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  7. Install the negative cable to the battery channel.
  8. Lower the vehicle.

    9. Object Number: 662509 Size: SH
  9. Install the battery cable bracket and bolt to the power steering pump.

    10. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  10. Install the positive cable (1) to the junction block.
  11. Snap the junction block cover.

    12. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  12. Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC.

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


    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH
  13. Install the positive battery cable.
  14. Tighten the positive battery cable.

    15. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  15. Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
  16. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

Battery Positive Cable Replacement 4.8L, 5.3L, 6.0L, and 8.1L Engines

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Unsnap the positive battery cable cap.
  3. Loosen the positive battery cable.
  4. Remove the positive battery cable.

    5. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  5. Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).

    6. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  6. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement .
  7. Unsnap the junction block cover.
  8. Remove the positive battery cable (1) from the junction block.

    9. Object Number: 662097 Size: SH
  9. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the negative cable clip from the positive cable clip.
  10. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    11. Object Number: 751758 Size: SH
  11. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, remove the negative cable clip from the positive cable clip.
  12. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle .

    13. Object Number: 662508 Size: SH
  13. Remove the positive battery cable channel bolt.
  14. Slide the channel pin out of the oil pan tab.
  15. Remove the positive battery cable from the channel.

    16. Object Number: 662509 Size: SH
  16. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the battery cable bracket bolt and bracket from the power steering pump.

    17. Object Number: 662510 Size: SH
  17. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the starter lead nut.
  18. Remove the positive cable from the starter.
  19. Remove the positive cable clip from the clip on the oil pan.
  20. Remove the positive cable from the clip on the oil pan.
  21. Remove the positive battery cable.

    22. Object Number: 751548 Size: SH
  22. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, remove the starter lead nut.
  23. Remove the positive cable from the starter.
  24. Remove the positive cable clip nut.
  25. Remove the positive cable from the engine harness clip.
  26. Remove the positive battery cable.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 751548 Size: SH
  1. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, install the positive battery cable.
  2. Install the positive cable to the engine harness clip.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the positive cable clip nut.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  4. Install the positive cable to the starter.
  5. Install the starter lead nut.

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


    Object Number: 662510 Size: SH
  6. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, install the positive battery cable.
  7. Install the positive cable to the clip on the oil pan.
  8. Install the positive cable clip to the clip on the oil pan.
  9. Install the positive cable to the starter.
  10. Install the starter lead nut.

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


    Object Number: 662509 Size: SH
  11. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, install the battery cable bracket and bolt.

    12. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 662508 Size: SH
  12. Install the positive battery cable to the channel.
  13. Slide the channel pin into the oil pan tab.
  14. Install the positive battery cable channel bolt.

    15. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).

  15. Lower the vehicle.

    16. Object Number: 751758 Size: SH
  16. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, install the negative cable clip to the positive cable clip.

    17. Object Number: 662097 Size: SH
  17. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, install the negative cable clip to the positive cable clip.

    18. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  18. Install the positive cable (1) into the junction block.
  19. Snap the junction block cover closed.
  20. If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement .

    21. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH
  21. Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC.

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


    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH
  22. Install the positive battery cable.
  23. Tighten the positive battery cable.

    24. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  24. Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
  25. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

Battery Positive Cable Replacement 6.6L (LB7) Engine

Removal Procedure

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.


    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Unsnap the positive battery cable cap.
  3. Loosen the positive battery cable.
  4. Remove the positive battery cable.

    5. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  5. Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC)

    6. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  6. Unsnap the junction block cover.
  7. Remove the positive cable (1) from the junction block.
  8. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    9. Object Number: 673564 Size: SH
  9. Remove the clip attaching the positive cable to the negative cable.
  10. Remove the battery cable channel bolts.
  11. Release the tabs on the channel.
  12. Remove the battery cable from the channel.

    13. Object Number: 673568 Size: SH
  13. Remove the battery cable retainer nut and the retainer.
  14. Remove the battery positive cable from the retainer.

    15. Object Number: 674619 Size: SH
  15. Remove the starter lead nut.
  16. Remove the positive cable from the starter.
  17. Remove the positive battery cable.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 674619 Size: SH
  1. Install the positive cable to the vehicle.
  2. Install the positive cable to the starter.

    3. 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.

  3. Install the starter lead nut.

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


    Object Number: 673568 Size: SH
  4. Install the battery positive cable in the retainer.
  5. Install the positive cable retainer and nut.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 673564 Size: SH
  6. Install the battery positive cable to the channel.
  7. Install the battery cable channel bolts.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Install the negative cable clip to the clip on the positive cable.

    10. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  10. Install the positive cable (1) into the junction block.
  11. Snap the junction block cover closed.

    12. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH
  12. Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC.

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


    Object Number: 662504 Size: SH
  13. Install the positive battery cable.
  14. Tighten the positive battery cable.

    15. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  15. Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
  16. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

Battery Positive Cable Replacement 6.6L (LLY) Engine

Removal Procedure

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.


    Object Number: 1369544 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (2). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Unsnap the positive battery cable cap.
  3. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1).

    4. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  4. Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).

    5. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  5. Unsnap the junction block cover.
  6. Remove the positive cable (1) from the junction block.
  7. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

    8. Object Number: 1369545 Size: SH
  8. Remove the clip attaching the positive cable to the negative cable.
  9. Remove the battery cable channel bolts.
  10. Remove the battery cable from the channel.

    11. Object Number: 1369543 Size: SH
  11. Remove the battery cable retainer nut (6) and the retainer.
  12. Remove the battery positive cable from the retainer.
  13. Remove the positive battery cable nut (7).
  14. Remove the positive battery cable lead (8) from the starter.
  15. Remove the positive battery cable.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 1369543 Size: SH
  1. Install the positive battery cable.

    2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  2. Install the positive battery cable lead (8) to the starter.
  3. Install the positive battery cable nut (7).

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

  4. Install the battery positive cable to the retainer.
  5. Install the battery cable retainer nut (6) and the retainer.

    6. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 12 N·m (106 lb in).


    Object Number: 1369545 Size: SH
  6. Install the battery cable to the channel.
  7. Install the battery cable channel bolts.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  8. Install the clip attaching the positive cable to the negative cable.

    9. Object Number: 662521 Size: SH
  9. Lower the vehicle.
  10. Install the positive cable (1) to the junction block.
  11. Snap the junction block cover closed.

    12. Object Number: 847253 Size: SH

    Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.

  12. Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC.

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


    Object Number: 1369544 Size: SH
  13. Connect the positive battery cable (1).

    14. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  14. Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
  15. Connect the negative battery cable (2). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .