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Removal Procedure

Additional ground straps are used to connect the body and the frame to the engine and the transmission. Always connect all ground straps in order to ensure a good ground path to the battery for all electrical components.

  1. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
  2. Remove the ground strap nut and bolt from the engine.
  3. Lower the vehicle.
    Fig 1: Ground Strap To Engine Nut & Bolt (2.2L)
    G01659066Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  4. Remove the ground strap bolt from the cowl.
  5. Remove the ground strap.
    Fig 2: Ground Strap To Cowl Bolt (2.2L)
    G01659067Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.