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Removal Procedure

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the intake manifold. Refer to INTAKE MANIFOLD REMOVAL (ELDORADO) in Engine Mechanical-4.6L.
  3. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the starter.
  4. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery.
    Fig 1: Battery Positive Cable
    G01653771Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the bolt attaching the cable harness retainer to the body rail.
    Fig 2: Bolt Attaching Cable Harness Retainer To Body Rail
    G01653772Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Disconnect the cable harness clip (5) from the camshaft cover.
  7. Remove the engine splash shield. Refer to SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT - ENGINE in Body Front End.
  8. Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut and disconnect the battery positive lead (4) from the generator.
  9. Remove the bolts (3) attaching the cable harness clips to the engine frame.
  10. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1) from the underhood fuse block.
  11. Remove the battery positive cable from the vehicle.
    Fig 3: Battery Positive Cable
    G01653773Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.