Today, we’ll walk through the process of replacing the battery in a 2017 Chevy Silverado. Follow these steps to ensure a smooth battery replacement process.
Locating the Battery
To access the battery, start by opening the hood of the truck. The battery is located in the back left corner of the engine compartment. Take a closer look to familiarize yourself with its position.
Removing Components
Start by removing the perfuse center or the battery junction block attached to the top of the battery. Then, proceed to remove the horizontal and vertical bars above the battery using a thirteen millimeter socket.
Following this, loosen the bolts on the negative and positive terminals of the battery and detach the outside wire from the junction block using a 10 millimeter socket.
Removing the Battery
Next, remove the battery junction block and the battery base mount to release the battery. To create more space for battery removal, slightly move the coolant reservoir by carefully lifting its base from the mounting bolt.
Installing the New Battery
When purchasing a new battery, it’s recommended to visit an auto parts store and consult with a clerk to find the right match for your vehicle’s make and model. Once you have the new battery, proceed to install it and reassemble all parts in reverse order.
Final Steps
Make sure to secure the coolant reservoir, reinstall the battery base mount, and reconnect the junction block. Finally, reattach the positive and negative terminals, reinstall the vertical and horizontal bars, and ensure all bolts are securely fastened.
With these steps completed, your new battery is ready for use in your 2017 Chevy Silverado.
How do I open the hood of a 2017 Chevy Silverado?
Open the hood by pulling the hood release lever underneath the steering column then release the spring-loaded latch under the front lip of the hood as you’re facing the engine compartment.
Where is the battery located in the 2017 Chevy Silverado?
The battery is located in the back left corner of the engine compartment. It has a small plastic box attached to the top known as the battery junction block.
How do I replace the battery in my 2017 Chevy Silverado?
To replace the battery, you need to remove the horizontal and vertical bars above the battery, detach the terminal clamps, remove the battery junction box, detach the outside wire from the junction block, remove the battery base mount, and lift the battery out. Then, purchase a new battery matched to the make and model of the vehicle, and reinstall all the parts in reverse order as they came off.