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) .
Unsnap the positive battery cable cap.
Loosen the positive battery cable bolt.
Remove the positive battery cable from the battery.

Fig 1: Remove Positive Battery Cable
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IMPORTANT: The bolt is integral to the battery cable and is not removable.
Loosen the positive cable bolt at the underhood bussed electrical center (UBEC).

Fig 2: Loosen Positive Cable Bolt
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Unsnap the junction block cover.
Remove the positive battery cable (1) from the junction block.

Fig 3: Remove Positive Battery Cable
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Remove the battery cable bracket bolt and bracket from the power steering pump.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING .

Fig 4: Remove Battery Cable Bracket & Bolt
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Remove the negative battery cable from the battery channel.
Remove the battery cable channel bolts (1).
Remove the positive battery cable from the channel.

Fig 5: Remove Battery Cable Channel Bolts
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Remove the starter lead nut (9).
Remove the positive cable (1) from the starter.
Remove the positive cable from the clip (7) on the oil pan.
Remove the positive battery cable.

Fig 6: Remove Starter Lead Nut, Positive Cable & Clip
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