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Removal Procedure

IMPORTANT: When replacing battery cables be sure to use replacement cables that are the same type, gauge and length.
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE  .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.
  3. Remove the ground wire bolt from the frame.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting Positive & Negative Battery Cables From Battery
    G01969720Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the remote positive stud cover.
    Fig 2: Removing Remote Positive Stud Cover
    G01969721Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable junction block lead nut.
  6. Remove the positive battery cable from the bussed electrical center (BEC).
  7. Remove the BEC from the strut tower.
  8. Unclip and remove the positive battery cable harness from the BEC.
  9. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE in General Information.
  10. Remove the front lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - LOWER in Engine Cooling.
  11. Remove the positive battery cable from the starter motor BAT terminal.
  12. Remove the transaxle stud nut.
  13. Remove the ground cable from the transaxle stud.
    Fig 3: Removing Positive Battery Cable From Starter Motor Bat Terminal
    G01969722Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  14. Unclip and remove the battery cable harness from the retainers.
  15. Remove the battery cable harness from the vehicle.
    Fig 4: Removing Battery Cable Harness
    G01969723Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  16. Remove the negative battery cable from the wiring harness conduit.
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