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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Chevrolet 🢒 2003 🢒 Malibu 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Battery Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 179591 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (2 ). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1 ).
  3. Remove the battery hold down retainer.

    4. Object Number: 289311 Size: SH

    Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

  4. Remove the battery.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 289311 Size: SH

    Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.

  1. Install the battery to the battery tray.

    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.

  2. Install the battery hold down retainer.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).


    Object Number: 179591 Size: SH
  3. Connect the positive battery cable.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the positive battery cable bolt (1 ) to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

  4. Connect the negative battery cable (2 ). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .