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Removal Procedure

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  1. Turn off all the lamps and accessories.
  2. Turn the ignition OFF.
    WARNING: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
  3. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt from the battery. See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Removing Negative Battery Ground Cable & Bolt From Battery
    G00377180Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt from the battery for auxiliary battery. See Fig 2.
Fig 2: Removing Negative Battery Ground Cable & Bolt From Battery For Auxiliary Battery
G00377181Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.