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Installation Procedure

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    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  1. Install the bolt and the ground strap to the frame. Align the tab on the ground strap with the hole in the frame. Tighten:  Tighten the ground strap to frame bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  2. Fig 1: Removing & Installing Engine Ground Strap At Frame
    GM682041Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  3. Install the bolt with the battery negative cable and the ground strap to the front of the engine. Align the ground strap in order to avoid contact with the transmission cooler pipes. Tighten:  Tighten the ground strap to engine bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
  4. Fig 2: Removing & Installing Engine Ground Strap At Engine
    GM105211Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Reset the vehicle information. Refer to Radio/Audio System Description and Operation in Entertainment.