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2003 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN J
Battery: Service and Repair
2003 Chevrolet Malibu V6-3.1L VIN JSECTION Service and Repair
REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (2 ).
2. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1).
3. Remove the battery hold down retainer.
4. Remove the battery.
IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the battery to the battery tray.
IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.
2. Install the battery hold down retainer.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
3. Connect the positive battery cable.
Tighten
Tighten the positive battery cable bolt (1 ) to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
4. Connect the negative battery cable (2 ).
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable (2 ).
2. Disconnect the positive battery cable (1).
3. Remove the battery hold down retainer.
4. Remove the battery.
IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Install the battery to the battery tray.
IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.
2. Install the battery hold down retainer.
NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.
Tighten
Tighten bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
3. Connect the positive battery cable.
Tighten
Tighten the positive battery cable bolt (1 ) to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
4. Connect the negative battery cable (2 ).
RENDER: 1.0x
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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.