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Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Pontiac Torrent and 2006 Chevrolet Equinox. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
IMPORTANT:
  • Always use replacement cables that are of the same type, diameter and length of the cables that you are replacing.
  • Always route the replacement cable the same way as the original cable.
  1. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
    2. Fig 1: Removing/Installing Underhood Electrical Wiring
    GM934966Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  2. Remove the underhood fuse block (UHFB) cover.
  3. Remove the positive battery cable nut from the UHFB.
  4. Remove the positive battery cable (2) from the UHFB.
    5. Fig 2: View Of Battery Cable Retainers At Battery Tray
    GM1371155Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Remove the battery box. Refer to Battery Box Replacement .
  6. Disconnect the battery cable retainers (1) from the battery tray.
    7. Fig 3: View Of Knock Sensor & Oil Pressure Indicator Switch Electrical Connectors
    GM1371162Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the positive battery terminal nut (5) from the starter solenoid.
    8. Fig 4: View Of Positive Battery Cable At Starter Solenoid
    GM1371160Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1) from the starter solenoid.
  9. Remove the positive battery cable from the wire loom.
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