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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2000 🢒 Escalade 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Battery Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery negative terminal.Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery positive terminal.

    3. Object Number: 362327 Size: SH
  3. Remove the battery hold-down retainer bolt and retainer.
  4. Remove the battery from the battery tray.
  5. Inspect the battery for:
    6. • Damage
    • Worn or corroded cables and connectors
    • Damage or foreign objects in the battery carrier
  6. If damage is noted, find and correct the fault.
  7. Clean any corrosion form the battery cables and connectors.
  8. Clean the battery tray and remove any foreign objects from it.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 362327 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.

  1. Install the battery into the battery tray.
  2. Connect the hold-down retainer and bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the hold-down retainer bolt to 23 N·m (17 lb ft).

  3. Connect the battery positive cable and the battery positive cable terminal to the battery.
  4. Connect the battery negative cable and the battery negative cable terminal to the battery.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the battery terminals to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).