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For 1990-2009 cars only
Makes 🢒 Cadillac 🢒 2002 🢒 Escalade 🢒 Engine 🢒 Engine Electrical 🢒 Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable Replacement

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.


    Object Number: 662415 Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the auxiliary negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
  2. Remove the auxiliary battery cable clips from the studs at the front of dash.
  3. Remove the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.

    4. Object Number: 662418 Size: SH
  4. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, remove the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.
  5. Remove the auxiliary negative battery cable.

    6. Object Number: 759633 Size: SH
  6. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, remove the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.
  7. Remove the auxiliary negative battery cable.

Installation Procedure

    Object Number: 759633 Size: SH

    Important: Install the auxiliary negative battery cable terminal behind the engine wiring harness ground terminal.

  1. If equipped with a 8.1L engine, install the auxiliary negative battery cable.

    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 engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.

    3. Tighten
    Tighten the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).


    Object Number: 662418 Size: SH

    Important: Install the engine wiring harness ground terminal on top of and inboard of the auxiliary negative battery cable ground crimp.

  3. If equipped with a 4.8L, 5.3L, or 6.0L engine, install the auxiliary negative battery cable.
  4. Install the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.

    5. Tighten
    Tighten the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

  5. Install the engine sight shield. Refer to Upper Intake Manifold Sight Shield Replacement in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.

    6. Object Number: 662415 Size: SH
  6. Install the auxiliary battery cable clips to the studs at the front of dash.
  7. Connect the auxiliary negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .