Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 GMC Sierra, 2004 GMC Cab & Chassis Sierra, 2004 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2004 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the passenger side front fender. Refer to Fender Replacement - Front - Right in Body Front End.
- Remove the starter/generator control module (SGCM). Refer to Starter/Generator Control Module (SGCM) Replacement (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2) .
- Remove the SGCM bracket nuts and bolt.
- Remove the SGCM bracket.
- Remove the heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. Refer to HVAC Module Assembly Replacement in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning.
- Remove the 42-volt positive/negative cable grommet nuts (1) from the front of dash.
- Push the 42-volt positive/negative cable grommet through the front of dash.
- Remove the hinge pillar trim. Refer to Trim Panel Replacement - Hinge Pillar in Interior Trim.
- Remove the 42-volt positive/negative cable clip (2) from at the right cowl panel.
- Remove the door sill plate. Refer to Door Sill Plate Replacement - Front in Interior Trim.
- Reposition the carpet.
- Remove the 42-volt positive/negative cable channel rear nut (3).
- Disengage the 42-volt positive/negative cable channel from the studs on the floor.
- Remove the 42-volt positive/negative cable retainer nuts, and retainer.
- Disconnect the 42-volt positive/negative cable electrical connector (4).
- Disconnect the 120-volt AC electrical connector (3).
- Remove the ground strap nut (1).
- Remove the ground straps from the stud (2).
- Remove the 42-volt positive/negative cable.
Fig 1: 42-Volt Positive/Negative Cable Grommet Nuts, Cable Clip & Channel Rear Nut (5.3L Engine w/RPO HP2)
Fig 3: View Of 42-Volt Positive/Negative Cable Electrical Connector, AC Electrical Connector, Ground Strap & Stud