Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to SIR Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Record all the vehicle preset radio stations.
2. Record the customers's radio Theftlock code (if applicable).
3. Turn all the lamps and accessories off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position (3).

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.




5. Disconnect the negative battery cable bolt.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

IMPORTANT: Clean any existing oxidation from the contact face of the battery terminal and battery cable using a wire brush before installing.




1. Install the negative battery cable bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).




2. Turn the ignition switch to the ACC position (1).
3. Unlock the Theftlock radio (if applicable). Refer to Radio/Audio System Description and Operation (Chevrolet) or Radio/Audio System Description and Operation (Pontiac) in Radio, Stereo and Compact Disc.
4. Reprogram the radio stations to the previous settings.
5. Set the clock to the current time.
6. Turn the ignition key to the LOCK position (2) and remove the key.