Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2003 Pontiac Grand Prix. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Important: When replacing battery cables be sure to use replacement cables that are the same type, gauge and length.

Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.
Remove the ground wire bolt from the frame.

Fig 1: Disconnect Positive And Negative Battery Cable
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Remove the remote positive stud cover.
Remove the positive battery cable junction block lead nut.
Remove the positive battery cable from the bussed electrical center (BEC).
Remove the BEC from the strut tower.
Unclip and remove the positive battery cable harness from the BEC.
Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to JACKING AND LIFTING in General Information.
Remove the front lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - LOWER in Engine Cooling.

Fig 2: Removing BEC From Strut Tower
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Remove the positive battery cable from the starter motor BAT terminal.
Remove the transaxle stud nut.
Remove the ground cable from the transaxle stud.

Fig 3: Removing Positive Battery Cable From Starter Motor BAT Terminal
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Unclip and remove the battery cable harness from the retainers.
Remove the battery cable harness from the vehicle.
Remove the negative battery cable from the wiring harness conduit.

Fig 4: Removing Negative Battery Cable From Wiring Harness Conduit
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