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HOMESERVICE MANUALSGMC2009CANYON 4D PICKUP, 2.9 9REPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERBATTERY, CHARGING SYSTEM AND STARTING SYSTEMREPAIR INSTRUCTIONSBATTERY REPLACEMENT (LH8)INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9

Installation Procedure

2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9SECTION Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Removing/Installing Battery

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Install the battery to the lower battery box.

Fig 2: View Of Battery Strap & Nut

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Install the battery retainer (3).
Install the battery tray strap (2).

CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the battery retainer nut (1).
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

Fig 3: Identifying Battery Strap Pin

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Engage the battery strap pin (2) to the battery tray bracket stopper.

Fig 4: Identifying Upper Battery Box Cover

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Install the upper battery box (2) over the battery, engage the locking tabs (1) into the lower battery box.

Fig 5: Identifying Battery Vent Duct

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Connect the battery vent duct to the upper battery box (1).

Fig 6: Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Battery Current Sensor

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Install the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable clip (2) to the upper battery box.
Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal and cable using a wire brush.
Connect the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable (2) to the battery.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Close the protective cover over the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable terminal.
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .

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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.