Battery Positive Cable Replacement 4.3 L 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.
- Disconnect
the negative battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
- Disconnect the positive
battery cable from the battery.
- Disconnect the positive
cable from the engine wiring harness junction block.
- Remove the battery cable junction block from the junction block bracket.
- Remove the nut from the
back of the generator.
- Remove the positive battery cable from the generator.
- Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the bolts securing
the positive cable to the engine.
- Remove the positive cable from the power steering accessory bracket
(4WD 15 series).
- Remove the nut from the
positive terminal of the starter.
- Remove the positive battery cable from the starter.
- Remove the positive battery cable from the retention clip.
- Remove the positive battery cable.
Installation Procedure
- Install the positive battery
cable.
- Install the positive battery cable to the retention clip.
- Install the positive battery cable to the starter.
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.
- Install the nut
to the positive terminal of the starter.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).
- Install the bolts securing
the positive cable to the engine.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
- Install the positive cable to the power steering accessory bracket
(4WD 15 series).
- Remove the safety stands.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the positive battery
cable to the generator.
- Install the nut to the back of the generator.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Install the battery cable junction block to the junction block bracket.
- Connect the positive battery
cable to the engine wiring harness junction block.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Connect the positive battery
cable to the battery.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).
- 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
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.
- Disconnect the negative
battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
- unsnap the positive battery
cable cap.
- Disconnect the positive battery cable.
Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.
- Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center
(UBEC).
- If necessary, remove the
engine sight shield. Refer to
Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement
in Engine Mechanical - 4.8 L, 5.3 L,
and 6.0 L.
- Unsnap the junction block cover.
- Remove the positive battery cable (1) from the junction block.
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, remove the negative cable clip from
the positive cable clip.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- If equipped with a 8.1 L
engine, remove the negative cable clip from the positive cable clip.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the positive battery
cable channel bolt.
- Slide the channel pin out of the oil pan tab.
- Remove the positive battery cable from the channel.
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, remove the battery cable bracket bolt
and bracket from the power steering pump.
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, remove the starter lead nut.
- Remove the positive cable from the starter.
- Remove the positive cable clip from the clip on the oil pan.
- Remove the positive cable from the clip on the oil pan.
- Remove the positive battery cable.
- If equipped with a 8.1 L engine,
remove the starter lead nut.
- Remove the positive cable from the starter.
- Remove the positive cable clip nut.
- Remove the positive cable from the engine harness clip.
- Remove the positive battery cable.
Installation Procedure
- If equipped with a 8.1 L engine,
install the positive battery cable.
- install the positive cable to the engine harness clip.
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.
- Install the positive cable clip nut.
Tighten
Tighten the positive cable clip nut to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
- Install the positive cable to the starter.
- Install the starter lead nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter lead nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, Install the positive battery cable.
- Install the positive cable to the clip on the oil pan.
- Install the positive cable clip to the clip on the oil pan.
- Install the positive cable to the starter.
- Install the starter lead nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter lead nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, install the battery cable bracket and
bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the battery cable bracket bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the positive battery
cable to the channel.
- Slide the channel pin into the oil pan tab.
- Install the positive battery cable channel bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the battery cable channel bolt to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
- If equipped with a 8.1 L
engine, install the negative cable clip to the positive cable clip.
- If equipped with a 4.8 L,
5.3 L, or 6.0 L engine, install the negative cable clip to the
positive cable clip.
- Install the positive cable
(1) into the junction block.
- Snap the junction block cover closed.
- If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to
Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement
in Engine Mechanical
- 4.8 L, 5.3 L, and 6.0 L.
- Tighten the positive cable
bolt at the UBEC.
Tighten
Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Connect the positive battery
cable.
Tighten
Tighten the positive battery cable bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
- Connect the negative battery
cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
Battery Positive Cable Replacement 6.6 L 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.
- Disconnect the negative
battery cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.
- Disconnect the positive
battery cable.
Important: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.
- Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center
(UBEC)
- Unsnap the junction block
cover.
- Remove the positive cable (1) from the junction block.
- Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the clip retaining
the battery positive cable to the battery negative cable.
- Remove the battery cable channel bolts.
- Release the tabs on the channel.
- Remove the battery cable from the channel.
- Remove the battery cable
retainer nut and the retainer.
- Remove the battery positive cable from the retainer.
- Remove the starter solenoid
nut.
- Remove the battery positive cable from the starter solenoid stud.
- Remove the positive battery cable.
Installation Procedure
- Install the battery positive
cable to the vehicle.
- Install the battery positive cable to the starter solenoid stud.
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.
- Install the starter
solenoid nut.
Tighten
Tighten the starter solenoid nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Install the battery positive
cable in the retainer.
- Install the battery positive cable bracket and nut.
Tighten
Tighten the battery cable retainer nut to 12 N·m (106 lb in).
- Install the battery positive
cable to the channel.
- Install the battery cable channel bolts.
Tighten
Tighten the battery cable channel bolts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the negative cable clip to the clip on the positive cable.
- Install the positive cable
(1) into the junction block.
- Snap the junction block cover closed.
- Tighten the positive cable
bolt at the UBEC.
Tighten
Tighten the positive cable bolt at the UBEC to 9 N·m (80 lb in).
- Connect the positive battery
cable.
Tighten
Tighten the positive battery cable bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Connect the negative battery
cable. Refer to
Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
.