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Removal Procedure

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NOTE:
  • Always use replacement cables that are of the same type, diameter and length of the cables that you are replacing.
  • Always route the replacement cable the same way as the original cable.
    Fig 1: Body Wiring Harness Electrical Connector And Negative Battery Cable Electrical Connector
    GM1860988Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Disconnect the body wiring harness electrical connector (4) from the negative battery cable electrical connector (1).
  3. Fig 2: Negative Battery Cable Ground Bolt
    GM1860989Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS COMPANY
  4. Remove the negative battery cable ground bolt (2). (battery shown removed for clarity).
  5. Remove the negative battery cable.