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Installation Procedure

  1. Loosely install the battery sensor (1) carefully.
    Fig 1: Battery Sensor
    GM2900138Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    NOTE: Do not tighten the battery sensor pole nut (2).
  2. Install the battery negative cable (2).
    Fig 2: Battery Sensor, Battery Negative Cable And Nut
    GM2900137Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  3. Install a open-end spanner (3) to counterhold the battery sensor (4) as shown in the graphic.
  4. Install the battery negative cable nut (1) and tighten to 11 N.m (97 lb in).
    CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  5. Install a suitable open-end spanner (3) to counterhold the battery sensor as shown in the graphic.
    Fig 3: Wiring Harness Ground Cable And Bolt
    GM2900136Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install the wiring harness ground cable (2) and the wiring harness ground cable bolt (1) and tighten to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
  7. Connect the wiring harness connector (1) to the battery sensor.
    Fig 4: Wiring Harness Connector And Battery Negative Pole Nut
    GM2900135Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Tighten the battery negative pole nut to 4.5 N.m (40 lb in)
  9. Perform the battery sensor module learn procedure. Refer to Battery Sensor Module Learn .