Removal Procedure

Important:  When replacing battery cables be sure to use replacement cables that are the same type, gauge and length.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
2. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.
3. Remove the ground wire bolt from the frame.
   Fig 1: Identifying Battery Cables

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4. Remove the remote positive stud cover.
Fig 2: Identifying Remote Positive Stud Cover
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5. Remove the positive battery cable junction block lead nut.
6. Remove the positive battery cable from the bussed electrical center (BEG).
7. Remove the BEG from the strut tower.
8. Unclip and remove the positive battery cable harness from the BEG.
9. Raise and support the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
10. Remove the front lower air deflector. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE AND DEFLECTOR REPLACEMENT - LOWER .
11. Remove the positive battery cable from the starter motor BAT terminal.
Fig 3: Identifying Starter Motor BAT Terminal Positive Battery Cable
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12. Remove the protective boot from the generator output BAT terminal.
13. Remove the generator output BAT terminal nut and the positive battery cable from the generator.
14. Unclip and remove the battery cable harness from the retainers.
Fig 4: Identifying Battery Cable Harness
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15. Remove the battery cable harness from the vehicle.
16. Remove the negative battery cable from the wiring harness conduit.