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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2008HHR LT, 2.4 P, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 106 (BATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEM)REPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE DISCONNECTION AND CONNECTIONCONNECT PROCEDURE
2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, Automatic

Connect Procedure

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Connect Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Chevrolet HHR. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE: Clean any existing oxidation from the contact face of the battery terminal and battery cable using a wire brush before installing the battery cable to the battery terminal.
    Fig 1: View Of Battery Negative Cable & Bolt
    GM1631517Courtesy of GENERAL MOTORS CORP.
  1. Install the negative battery cable to the battery.
    2. CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
  2. Tighten the negative battery cable nut (1).

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

  3. Install the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
  4. Install the rear floor trim plate. Refer to Rear Floor Trim Plate Replacement .
  5. Reset the radio stations and the clock.
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