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Battery Positive Cable Replacement 4.3L

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

  3. Object Number: 197383  Size: SH
  4. Remove the bolt retaining the positive battery cable to the underhood fuse block.

  5. Object Number: 713799  Size: SH
  6. Remove the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the generator.
  7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  8. Object Number: 43021  Size: SH
  9. Remove the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the starter.
  10. Remove the positive battery cable bolt from the engine.
  11. Remove the battery positive cable.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 43021  Size: SH
  1. Install the positive battery cable to the vehicle.
  2. 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.

  3. Install the positive battery cable nut to the engine.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 6 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the starter.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Lower the vehicle.

  8. Object Number: 713799  Size: SH
  9. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the generator.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 197383  Size: SH
  11. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the underhood fuse block.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  13. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.
  14. Tighten
    Tighten the positive terminal bolt to 14 N·m (11 lb ft).

  15. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Battery Positive Cable Replacement 2.2L Vin Code 5

Removal Procedure

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

  1. Remove the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .

  2. Object Number: 1702341  Size: SH
  3. Remove the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the underhood fuse block.
  4. Remove the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement in Engine Cooling.

  5. Object Number: 395650  Size: SH
  6. Remove the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the generator.
  7. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.

  8. Object Number: 544664  Size: SH
  9. Remove the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the starter.
  10. Remove the positive battery cable harness bolt from the engine.
  11. Remove the left engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side in Engine Mechanical - 2.2L.
  12. Remove the positive battery cable from the engine mount.
  13. Remove the positive battery cable.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 544664  Size: SH
  1. Install the positive battery cable to the vehicle.
  2. Route the positive battery cable through the hole in the engine mount.
  3. Install the left engine mount. Refer to Engine Mount Replacement - Left Side in Engine Mechanical - 2.2L.
  4. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  5. Install the positive battery cable harness bolt to the engine.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable harness bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  7. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the starter.
  8. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  9. Lower the vehicle.

  10. Object Number: 395650  Size: SH
  11. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the generator.
  12. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

  13. Install the upper fan shroud. Refer to Fan Shroud Replacement in Engine Cooling.

  14. Object Number: 1702341  Size: SH
  15. Install the nut retaining the positive battery cable to the underhood fuse block.
  16. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable nut to 10 N·m (89 lb in).

  17. Install the battery tray. Refer to Battery Tray Replacement .