Installation Procedure

2003 Chevrolet TrailBlazer 4.2 S, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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  1. Position the battery positive fuse block feed cable into the vehicle.
  2. Install the battery positive fuse block feed cable to the under hood fuse block.
  3. Install the battery positive fuse block feed cable to positive (+) battery cable. Secure with the nut (5).

    TightenΒ 

    Tighten the positive (+) battery cable-to-relay block 1 feed cable retaining nut to 9 N.m (78 lb in).

  4. Tape the loom to prevent dirt and moisture from entering the harness.
  5. Install the positive (+) battery cable harness loom to the harness retainers.
  6. Install the plastic insulator to the positive (+) battery cable.
  7. Install the battery to the vehicle. Refer to BATTERY REPLACEMENTΒ Β  .
Fig 1: Installing Battery Positive Fuse Block Feed Cable To Under Hood Fuse Block
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  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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