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Installation Procedure

  1. Position the negative battery cable to the engine.
  2. Fig 1: View Of Battery Negative Cable-To-Engine Block Bolt
    GM1201076Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the bolt securing the negative battery cable to the engine block.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  4. Fig 2: View Of Instrument Panel Harness Connector
    GM1201078Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Connect the cable retaining clips to the engine bracket.
  6. Connect the instrument panel harness connector to the negative battery cable.
  7. Fig 3: View Of Battery Cables
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  8. Install the bolt securing the negative battery cable (2) to the shock tower.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  9. Connect the cable retaining clip to the stud on the shock tower.
  10. Fig 4: Instrument Panel (I/P) Harness Electrical Connector
    GM1484712Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  11. Connect the I/P harness electrical connector (1) to the battery current sensor.
  12. Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement .
  13. Install the left side engine compartment sight shield.
  14. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .