Silverado 1500 4WD V8-5.3L VIN Z Flex Fuel (2005)
Alternator: Service and Repair
Alternator Cable Replacement
GENERATOR CABLE REPLACEMENT
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. If necessary, remove the engine sight shield.
3. Remove the generator cable from the generator, perform the following:
1. Reposition the boot to expose the stud.
2. Remove the generator cable nut.
3. Remove the generator cable from the stud.
4. Open the positive cable junction block.
5. Remove the generator cable nut.
6. Remove the generator cable (2) from the junction block.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the generator cable (2) to the junction block.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
2. Install the generator cable nut.
Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
3. Close the positive cable junction block.