Installation Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 GMC Sierra and 2002 Chevrolet Silverado. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Install the battery insulator, if necessary.
Install the battery.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notices in CAUTIONS & NOTICES .

Fig 1: Installing Battery Hold Down Retainer And Bolt

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Install the battery hold down retainer and bolt.
Tighten

Tighten the battery hold down retainer bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 2: Installing Front End Diagonal Brace And Bolts

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Install the front end diagonal brace and bolts.
Tighten

Tighten the front end diagonal brace bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Connect the positive battery cable.
Tighten

Tighten the positive battery cable bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

Fig 3: Snapping Positive Battery Cable Cap Closed

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Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.

Fig 4: Connecting Negative Battery Cable

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Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .