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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. Loosen the positive battery terminal nut.
  3. Remove the positive battery terminal (1) from the battery.
  4. Remove the ground wire bolt (3) and the wire (4) from the frame.
    5. Fig 1: Identifying Battery Terminals & Ground Wire
    GM911131Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the positive battery cable junction block lead nut (1).
  6. Remove the positive battery cable (2) from the bussed electrical center (BEC).
  7. Remove the BEC (3) from the strut tower.
  8. Unclip and remove the positive battery cable harness from the BEC.
    9. Fig 2: Positive Battery Cable, Junction Block Lead Nut & Bussed Electrical Center
    GM911135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  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 nut (2) from the starter.
    12. Fig 3: View Of Engine Electrical Connectors (Left Side)
    GM911140Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  12. Remove the positive battery cable (3) from the starter motor BAT terminal.
  13. Remove the transaxle stud nut (5).
  14. Remove the engine ground cable (6) from the transaxle stud.
  15. Unclip and remove the battery cable harness from the retainers.
  16. Remove the battery cable harness from the vehicle.
  17. Remove the positive battery cable from the wiring harness conduit.
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