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Installation Procedure

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    Fig 1: View Of Battery Retainer Bolt
    GM1296795Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the battery into the vehicle.
  2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Install the battery retainer and bolt and tighten to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
  4. Fig 2: View Of Battery Heat Shield
    GM1296794Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Install the battery heat shield. Refer to Battery Heat Shield Replacement .
  6. Fig 3: View Of Battery Cables
    GM1201077Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Connect the battery positive cable (1) to the battery and bolt and tighten to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
  8. Connect the battery negative cable (2). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Side Post) .