Battery Cable: Service and Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (2.2L (L61) and 3.5L (L66))

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.

1. Record all of the customer's radio station presets.
2. Turn off all the lamps and accessories.
3. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.




4. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt from the battery.

Installation Procedure






Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

Important: Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal bolt flange and the battery cable end.

1. Install the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt to the battery.

Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

2. Program all of the customer's radio station presets and set the radio clock to the current time.