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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2013SUBURBAN 4WD V8-6.0LREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISSTARTING AND CHARGINGBATTERYSERVICE AND REPAIRREMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT
2013 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD V8-6.0L
Removal and Replacement
2013 Chevrolet Suburban 4WD V8-6.0LSECTION Removal and Replacement
Battery Replacement
Removal Procedure
Warning:
Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
2. Open the starter solenoid cable cover at the positive battery terminal.
3. Loosen the starter solenoid cable nut (5).
4. Remove the starter solenoid cable from the positive battery terminal.
5. Remove the right front fender rear upper brace bolts and the brace.
6. Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt and the retainer.
7. Remove the battery.
Installation Procedure
1. Install the battery.
Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.
2. Install the battery hold down retainer and the bolt.
Tighten the retainer bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).
3. Install the right front fender rear upper brace and the bolts.
Tighten the brace bolts to 9 Nm (80 lb in).
4. Install the starter solenoid cable to the positive battery terminal.
5. Tighten the starter solenoid cable nut (5).
Tighten the solenoid cable nut to 5 Nm (44 lb in).
6. Close the starter solenoid cable cover at the positive battery terminal.
7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
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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.