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Connect Procedure

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WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
NOTE: Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal and the battery cable end.
    Fig 1: View Of Battery Components
    GM1873941Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the negative battery cable (6) onto the battery negative post.
  2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  3. Tighten the negative battery cable nut (4) to 7.5 N.m (66 lb in).
  4. Close the negative battery cable post cover (3).
  5. Fig 2: View Of Negative Battery Cable & Components
    GM1873940Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  6. Install the starter solenoid cable onto the battery negative post.
  7. Tighten the starter solenoid cable nut (1) to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
  8. Close the hood.