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Battery Specifications

Fig 1: Auxiliary Battery Location (6.5L Models)
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CAUTION: When battery is disconnected, vehicles equipped with computers may lose memory data. When battery power is restored, driveability problems may exist on some vehicles. These vehicles may require a relearn procedure. See the COMPUTER RELEARN PROCEDURES article in GENERAL INFORMATION.
BATTERY SPECIFICATIONS

Year & Engine Model Number
4.3L 78A-72 (1)
5.0L 78A-72 (1)
5.7L 78A-72 (1)
7.4L 78A-72 (1)
6.5L Diesels 78A-72(1)(2)
(1) Replace with battery of same group number as shown on original battery label
(2) All diesel-powered vehicles use 2 batteries