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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2000C TAHOE 2WD V8-5.7L VIN RREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGBATTERYSERVICE AND REPAIRBATTERY REPLACEMENT
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.7L VIN R
Battery Replacement
2000 Chevrolet C Tahoe 2WD V8-5.7L VIN RSECTION Battery Replacement
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery negative terminal.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery positive terminal.
3. Remove the battery hold-down retainer bolt and retainer.
4. Remove the battery from the battery tray.
5. Inspect the battery for:
- Damage
- Worn or corroded cables and connectors
- Damage or foreign objects in the battery carrier
6. If damage is noted, find and correct the fault.
7. Clean any corrosion form the battery cables and connectors.
8. Clean the battery tray and remove any foreign objects from it.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the battery into the battery tray.
2. Connect the hold-down retainer and bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the hold-down retainer bolt to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
3. Connect the battery positive cable and the battery positive cable terminal to the battery.
4. Connect the battery negative cable and the battery negative cable terminal to the battery.
Tighten
Tighten the battery terminals to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery negative terminal.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery positive terminal.
3. Remove the battery hold-down retainer bolt and retainer.
4. Remove the battery from the battery tray.
5. Inspect the battery for:
- Damage
- Worn or corroded cables and connectors
- Damage or foreign objects in the battery carrier
6. If damage is noted, find and correct the fault.
7. Clean any corrosion form the battery cables and connectors.
8. Clean the battery tray and remove any foreign objects from it.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
1. Install the battery into the battery tray.
2. Connect the hold-down retainer and bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the hold-down retainer bolt to 23 N.m (17 lb ft).
3. Connect the battery positive cable and the battery positive cable terminal to the battery.
4. Connect the battery negative cable and the battery negative cable terminal to the battery.
Tighten
Tighten the battery terminals to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
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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.