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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Battery Tray Front Bracket
    GM2826797Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Push forward the front battery tray bracket (3) and install the battery (1) into position using the battery assist handles (2).
  2. Fig 2: Battery Hold Down Bracket Fastener And Vent Hose
    GM2826796Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
    CAUTION:

    Refer to Fastener Caution .

  3. Install the battery hold down bracket (2) and tighten the fastener (1) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
  4. Install the battery vent hose (3) to the side of the battery.
  5. Fig 3: Battery Fuse Block Retainer Clips
    GM3461947Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  6. Install the battery fuse block (1) to the battery with the retaining clips (2).
  7. Fig 4: Battery Fuse Block
    GM3461948Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  8. Tighten the battery post clamp fastener (2) to 7 N.m (62 lb in).
  9. Close the fuse block cover (1).
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (without KL9) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (with KL9) .
  11. Position the left side rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Replacement - Left Side .