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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Battery Insulator And The Battery
    GM1644818Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the battery insulator to the battery.
  2. Fig 2: View Of Battery
    GM161292Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees.
  3. Install the battery.
  4. Install the battery hold down retainer and bolt.
  5. Install the front fender diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement - Right Side .
  6. Position the positive battery cable to the battery.
  7. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  8. Tighten the positive battery cable bolt at the battery.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

  9. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .