GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure


    Object Number: 1275980  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.

  3. Object Number: 1578422  Size: SH
  4. Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt and retainer.
  5. Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

  6. Remove the battery.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1578422  Size: SH

    Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.

  1. Install the battery.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the battery hold down retainer and bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1275980  Size: SH
  5. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  7. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .