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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2012SUBURBAN 2WD V8-5.3LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISPOWER AND GROUND DISTRIBUTIONGROUND STRAPSERVICE AND REPAIR
2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2WD V8-5.3L
Ground Strap: Service and Repair
2012 Chevrolet Suburban 2WD V8-5.3LSECTION Service and Repair
Engine Ground Strap Replacement
Removal Procedure
1. Remove the upper intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement Service and Repair.
2. Remove the engine ground strap nut at the front plenum panel.
3. Remove the ground strap terminal from the stud.
4. Remove the engine ground strap bolt from the rear of the left cylinder head.
5. Remove the ground strap from the vehicle.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the ground strap to the vehicle.
2. Install the ground strap terminal to the stud.
Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
3. Install the engine ground strap nut at the front plenum panel.
Tighten the nut to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
4. Position the ground strap to the rear of the left cylinder head.
Tighten the bolt to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).
5. Install the engine ground strap bolt to the rear of the left cylinder head.
6. Install the upper intake manifold sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement Service and Repair.
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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.