Recommended Battery Disconnect for a 2013 Chevy Silverado 3500 Diesel
Question:
Do I install this on the negative side of the battery or the positive side. I am concerned about the connection of the motorhome if I disconnect the negative side. The Silverado will be flat towed
asked by: Rich B
Helpful Expert Reply:
I do have an option for you but the Roadmaster Automatic Battery Disconnect with Switch part # RM-766 cannot be used on vehicles with a diesel engine because these vehicles require a battery with very high cold cranking amps (CCAs) which would fry the solenoid on the battery disconnect. Instead, you will want to use something like the Deka Lead Quick-Disconnect Battery Terminal part # DW05312 which allows you to disconnect the battery leads though the use of the hand knob so no tools are required.
I have attached a video for you as well.
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Deka Lead Quick-Disconnect Battery Terminal - Universal Polarity
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Rich
3/18/2019
Do I install this on the negative side of the battery or the positive side. I am concerned about the connection of the motorhome if I disconnect the negative side. The Silverado will be flat towed