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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000C TAHOE 2WD V8-5.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGBATTERYSERVICE AND REPAIRBATTERY CHARGINGCHARGING PROCEDURE
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R
Charging Procedure
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Charging Procedure
TOOLS REQUIRED
GM P/N 12303040 Battery Terminal Adapters
NOTE: Turn OFF the ignition when connecting or disconnecting the battery cables, the battery charger or the jumper cables. Failure to do so may damage the PCM or other electronic components.
1. Do not charge a battery with a green hydrometer dot unless it has just been discharged, such as in cranking.
2. When charging side-terminal batteries while on-vehicle, use the following procedure:
2.1. Turn OFF the charger.
2.2. Connect the charger positive lead to the positive cable terminal located in the engine compartment on the right side.
2.3. Connect the negative charger lead to a solid engine ground, such as the generator mounting bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. When charging side-terminal batteries out of vehicle, install battery side terminal adapters.
Tighten
Tighten the battery side terminal adapters to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
4. Make sure all battery terminals are clean and tight.
Best results occur when charging a battery that is at room temperature. A battery that is extremely cold may not accept current for several hours.
5. Charge the battery until the hydrometer has a green dot.
6. Inspect the battery every half hour after starting the battery charger.
7. Tap the hydrometer lightly to dislodge any air bubbles. The bubbles may cause a false indication.
8. After charging, load test the battery. Refer to Battery Load Test. Battery Load Test
GM P/N 12303040 Battery Terminal Adapters
NOTE: Turn OFF the ignition when connecting or disconnecting the battery cables, the battery charger or the jumper cables. Failure to do so may damage the PCM or other electronic components.
1. Do not charge a battery with a green hydrometer dot unless it has just been discharged, such as in cranking.
2. When charging side-terminal batteries while on-vehicle, use the following procedure:
2.1. Turn OFF the charger.
2.2. Connect the charger positive lead to the positive cable terminal located in the engine compartment on the right side.
2.3. Connect the negative charger lead to a solid engine ground, such as the generator mounting bracket.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
3. When charging side-terminal batteries out of vehicle, install battery side terminal adapters.
Tighten
Tighten the battery side terminal adapters to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
4. Make sure all battery terminals are clean and tight.
Best results occur when charging a battery that is at room temperature. A battery that is extremely cold may not accept current for several hours.
5. Charge the battery until the hydrometer has a green dot.
6. Inspect the battery every half hour after starting the battery charger.
7. Tap the hydrometer lightly to dislodge any air bubbles. The bubbles may cause a false indication.
8. After charging, load test the battery. Refer to Battery Load Test. Battery Load Test
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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.