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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: When replacing battery cables, be sure to use battery cables that are the same type, gauge and length.
  1. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LY7) .
    2. Fig 1: Locating Battery Ground (Negative) Cable Bolt
    GM1236358Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable bolt from the core support.
  3. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Remove the lower radiator baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
  5. Remove the battery cable conduit from the conduit retainers.
  6. Remove the battery cable from the conduit.
    7. Fig 2: View Of Battery Ground (Negative) Cable Nut & Cable From Transaxle Stud
    GM368798Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable nut and cable from the transaxle stud.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable from the vehicle.
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