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Removal Procedure

When replacing battery cables, be sure to use replacement cables that are the same type, gage and length.

  1. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE   . 
  2. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery.
  3. Remove the battery (positive) cable nut and cable from the underhood electrical center.
  4. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable bolt from the inner fender.
  5. Remove the battery cable conduit retainers from the lower tie bar.
    Fig 1: Removing Battery Cable Conduit Retainers From Lower Tie Bar
    G01485936Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable nut and cable from the transaxle stud.
  7. Remove the starter motor BAT terminal nut from the starter motor.
  8. Remove the battery positive cable from the starter motor BAT terminal.
  9. Remove the battery ground (negative) and battery positive cables from the vehicle.
    Fig 2: Removing Battery Ground (Negative) And Battery Positive Cables From Vehicle
    G01485937Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.