Battery Replacement for Cadillac XLR 2008

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .



2. Loosen the positive battery cable to the battery nut (1) and disconnect the positive battery cable (2) from the battery (3).



3. Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt (1) and retainer (2).
4. Remove the battery.

1. Install the battery (3).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Install the battery hold down retainer (2) and bolt (1).

Tighten
Tighten the battery hold down retainer bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).




3. Connect the positive battery cable (2) to the battery (3).

Tighten
Tighten the positive battery cable to battery nut to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

4. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .