GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

  1. Open the hood.
  2. Remove the nut retaining ground strap to frame.
  3. Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
  4. Remove the bolt retaining ground strap to engine block and remove strap.

Installation Procedure

    Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  1. Install the strap and bolt to engine block.
  2. Tighten
    Tighten bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).

  3. Lower the vehicle.
  4. Install the nut to retain strap to frame.
  5. Tighten
    Tighten nut to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  6. Close the hood.