Removal Procedure

Remove the bolt retaining the coolant recovery reservoir or surge tank.
Move the coolant recovery reservoir or the surge tank aside.
Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .

Fig 1: Removing Coolant Recovery Reservoir/Surge Tank
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Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery.
If equipped with the 4.8L, 5.3L or 6.0L engine, disconnect the positive lead to the junction block.
Raise the vehicle.

Fig 2: Disconnecting Battery Positive Cable From Battery
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Disconnect the positive lead to the starter solenoid.
Lower the vehicle.

Fig 3: Disconnecting Positive Lead From Starter Solenoid
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Disconnect the positive lead to the generator.
Remove the cable from the vehicle. Note the location of the retaining clips.

Fig 4: Disconnecting Positive Lead From Generator
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