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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013EQUINOX AWD V6-3.6LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGBATTERYBATTERY CABLENEGATIVESERVICE AND REPAIRBATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6L
Battery Negative Cable Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Equinox AWD V6-3.6LSECTION Battery Negative Cable Replacement
Battery Negative Cable Replacement (LFX)
Removal Procedure
1. Record all of the radio station presets.
2. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
3. Disconnect the battery current sensor from the body harness (1).
4. Remove the battery negative cable ground nut (2) from the frame rail.
5. Remove the battery negative cable engine ground bolt (1) from the engine block.
Note:
Observe how the battery negative cable was routed within the engine compartment.
6. Remove the battery negative cable (2).
Installation Procedure
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
1. Install the battery negative cable engine ground nut (1) to the engine and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
2. Install the battery negative cable frame ground nut (1) to the frame rail and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
3. Install battery negative cable clamp to the battery post. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
4. Reset the radio channel presets.
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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.