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How to Replace the Battery on a Chevrolet Cruze

Model: Chevrolet Cruze MK 1, J300 - Years 2009-2015
Part: Battery

If you need to replace the battery in this model of vehicle, the procedure and necessary instructions for working safely are provided below. Once you have opened the bonnet, locate the battery on the left side. Use a screwdriver to loosen the nuts securing the upper crossbar, then disconnect the negative terminal first, followed by the positive terminal, removing the fuse box. After that, extract the battery from its housing and position the new one, then reconnect the positive terminal and the fuse holder, followed by the negative terminal. Finally, re-tighten the nuts securing the upper crossbar.

Updated on 20 July 2026 by ScegliAuto

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