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Removal Procedure

    WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .
  1. Remove the rear compartment side trim panel door.
  2. Disconnect the battery vent hose.
  3. Fig 1: Identifying Battery Negative Cable Handle
    GM2006110Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Turn the battery negative cable handle (1) to release the clamping force and remove battery negative cable from the battery negative post.
  5. Turn the battery positive cable handle (2) to release the clamping force and remove battery positive cable from the battery positive post.
  6. Fig 2: Identifying Battery Hold Down Retainers & Bolts
    GM2006109Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Remove the battery hold down retainer bolts (1) and the battery hold down retainers (2).
  8. Remove the battery (3) from the vehicle.