Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 GMC Sierra, 2009 Chevrolet Silverado, and 2009 Chevrolet Cab & Chassis Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .

Fig 1: View Of Battery Cable Components

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Single Battery) , Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Auxiliary Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (With Dual Batteries) .
Open the starter solenoid cable cover at the positive battery terminal.
Loosen the starter solenoid cable nut (5).
Remove the starter solenoid cable from the positive battery terminal.
Reposition the starter solenoid cable out of the way.

Fig 2: View Of Front Fender Rear Upper Brace & Bolts

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Remove the front fender rear upper brace bolts and brace.

Fig 3: View Of Battery Hold Down Retainer & Bolt

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Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt and retainer.
Remove the battery.