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Installation Procedure

    IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the battery to the battery tray.
  2. Install the battery brace (2) and the brace bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the battery brace bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the battery hold down retainer (1) and bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the battery hold down retainer bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

    4. Fig 1: View Of Battery Hold Down Retainer & Brace
    GM1066340Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Connect the battery vent assembly.
  5. Connect the positive battery cable bolt (1).

    Tighten:  Tighten the battery positive cable terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  6. Connect the negative battery cable bolt (2). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
    7. Fig 2: View Of Battery & Battery Cables
    GM868001Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
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