Installation Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Installation Procedure
    Fig 1: Positive/Negative Battery Cable
    GM1625471Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. If equipped with a manual transaxle, perform the following steps, install the positive/negative battery cable (3) to the starter.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the starter solenoid nut (4).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  4. Install the positive/negative cable ground terminal (2) to the transaxle stud.
  5. Install the positive/negative battery cable ground nut (1).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  6. Fig 2: Engine Harness
    GM1625468Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  7. If equipped with a automatic transaxle, perform the following steps, install the positive/negative battery cable (3) to the starter.
  8. Install the starter solenoid nut (4).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  9. Install the positive/negative cable ground terminal (1) to the transaxle stud.
  10. Install the positive/negative battery cable ground nut (2).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  11. Lower the vehicle.
  12. Fig 3: Negative Battery Cable
    GM1631518Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  13. Install the positive/negative battery cable clip (6) to the ECM/TCM bracket.
  14. Install the positive/negative ground terminal (4) to the tie bar stud.
  15. Install the positive/negative ground nut (3) to the tie bar stud.
  16. Install the positive/negative battery cable terminal (2) to the junction block terminal stud.
  17. Install the junction block terminal nut (1).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  18. Close the junction block terminal cover.
  19. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and ConnectionΒ .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
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  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
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