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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the ground cable.
    NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE .
  2. Install the nut to retain the ground cable to the bellhousing stud.

    Tighten:  Tighten the ground cable nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  3. Install the front transmission mount. Refer to TRANSMISSION MOUNT REPLACEMENT - FRONT .
  4. Install the lower closeout panel. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - SIDE (L61) or RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - SIDE (LX9) .
  5. Lower the vehicle.
  6. Install the negative cable to the retainers.
    Fig 1: Positive Cable & Ground Strap
    GM106524Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. Tape the positive cable and the ground strap to the negative cable.
    Fig 2: View Of Battery Cables
    GM1275980Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  8. Install the bolt to retain the ground cable to the core support.
  9. Connect the negative ground cable. Refer to BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECT/CONNECT PROCEDURE .
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