Positive: Service and Repair

2013 GMC Terrain FWD V6-3.6LSECTION Service and Repair



Battery Positive 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. Remove the ECM mounting bracket.





4. Remove the battery positive post clamp nut (2).

5. Remove the battery retainer bracket and the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement Battery Replacement.

6. Remove battery positive terminal (1) at the fuse block.

7. Disconnect retainers (3) holding battery positive cable (4).





8. Remove generator boot (1) and nut (2) from the generator B+ stud.

9. Remove the starter solenoid nut (3).

Note:
Observe how the battery positive cable was routed within the engine compartment.

10. Remove the battery positive (Starter) cable (4) and the battery positive (Generator) cable (5) from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure





Caution:
Refer to Fastener Caution Fastener Caution.

1. Install the battery positive cable nut (2) to the B+ generator stud and tighten to 20 Nm (15 lb ft).

2. Install battery positive cable nut (3) and terminals (Starter/Generator) to the starter solenoid. Tighten to 10 Nm (88 lb in).





3. Install the battery positive cable terminal nut (1) to the fuse block and tighten to 16 Nm (12 lb ft).

4. Install battery positive cable clamp nut (2) to the battery post and tighten to 10 Nm (88 lb in).

5. Install engine control module (ECM) and battery cover.

6. 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.