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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the vehicle.
  2. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  3. Fig 1: View Of Battery Ground (Negative) Cable Nut & Cable From Transaxle Stud
    GM368798Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  4. Install the battery ground (negative) cable and nut to the transaxle stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Install the battery cable to the conduit.
  6. Install the battery cable conduit to the conduit retainers.
  7. Install the lower radiator baffle. Refer to Radiator Air Baffle Assemblies and Deflectors in Engine Cooling.
  8. Lower the vehicle.
  9. Fig 2: Locating Battery Ground (Negative) Cable Bolt
    GM1236358Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  10. Install the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt to the inner fender.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 5 N.m (44 lb in).

  11. Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (LA1) .