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

2009 GMC Canyon 4D Pickup, 2.9 9

Removal Procedure

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

Fig 1: Engine Wiring Harness Electrical Connector & Battery Current Sensor

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Open the protective cover to access the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable terminal.
Loosen the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable nut (1).
Remove the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable from the battery.
Remove the engine wiring harness/positive battery cable clip (2) from the upper battery box.

Fig 2: Identifying Battery Vent Duct

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Disconnect the battery vent duct from the upper battery box (1).

Fig 3: Identifying Upper Battery Box Cover

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Press the locking tabs (1) inward in order to remove the upper battery box (2) from the lower battery box.

Fig 4: Identifying Battery Strap Pin

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Remove the battery retainer nut (2).

Fig 5: View Of Battery Strap & Nut

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Disengage the battery strap pin from the battery tray bracket stopper.
Remove the battery tray strap (2).
Remove the battery retainer (3).

Fig 6: Removing/Installing Battery

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Remove the battery from the lower battery box.

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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.