Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 GMC Sierra, 2003 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2003 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2003 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

CAUTION: Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT CAUTION .

Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .
If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the battery cable bracket bolt and bracket from the power steering pump.

Fig 1: Remove Battery Cable Bracket & Bolt
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If equipped, disconnect the accessory power fuse block front wiring harness electrical connector from the negative cable connector.

Fig 2: Disconnect Accessory Power Fuse Block Front Wiring Harness Electrical Connector
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If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the negative cable clip from the positive cable clip.
Remove the engine wiring harness ground/negative cable bolt.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .

Fig 3: Remove Negative Cable Clip From Positive Cable Clip (4.8L, 5.3L Or 6.0L)
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If equipped with a 8.1L engine, remove the negative cable clip from the positive cable clip.
Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .
Remove the engine wiring harness ground/negative cable bolt.
Reposition the wiring harness ground and negative cables.

Fig 4: Remove Negative Cable Clip From Positive Cable Clip (8.1L)
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Remove the forward lamp wiring harness ground/negative cable bolt.
Lower the vehicle.
Remove the negative battery cable.

Fig 5: Remove Forward Lamp Wiring Harness Ground/Negative Cable Bolt
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