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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Saturn 🢒 2000 🢒 SL1/SC1/SW1 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Battery Replacement

Removal Procedure

    Object Number: 870902 Size: SH

    Important: Record pre-set radio stations.

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable.
  3. Remove the battery insulating cover.
  4. Remove the battery hold down bracket.

    5. Caution: Do not tip the battery over a 45 degree angle or acid could spill causing serious personal injury.

  5. Remove the battery.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 863522 Size: SH
  1. Verify the battery tray is clean.
  2. Install the battery.

    3. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the battery hold down bracket.

    4. Tighten
    Tighten the battery case bracket stud and nut to 9 N·m (80 lb ft).

    Notice: Battery life is reduced if a battery insulation cover is not used.

  4. Install the battery insulating cover.
  5. Verify the battery cable ends are clean and free of corrosion. Clean with a wire brush.
  6. Connect the positive battery cable.

    7. Tighten
    Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

    Important: Set the clock and radio pre-set stations.

  7. Connect the negative battery cable.

    8. Tighten
    Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).