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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2001 🢒 Eldorado 🢒 Preface 🢒 Cautions and Notices 🢒 Battery Replacement

Removal Procedure
  1. Remove the right front gusset. Refer to Gusset Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.
  2. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

    3. Object Number: 640486 Size: SH
  3. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.

    4. Object Number: 42697 Size: SH
  4. Remove the battery retainer bolt and battery retainer.
  5. Remove the battery from the vehicle.

Installation Procedure
  1. Install the battery into the vehicle.

    2. Object Number: 42697 Size: SH

    Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

  2. Install the battery retainer and bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the battery retainer bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb  ft).


    Object Number: 640486 Size: SH
  3. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the battery cable bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  4. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  5. Install the right front gusset. Refer to Gusset Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.