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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Battery Insulator
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  1. Install the insulator to the battery.
  2. Fig 2: Battery, Retainer & Bolt
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    IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during installation.
  3. Install the battery (3).
  4. Install the battery retainer (2).
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the retainer bolt (1) to the battery.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

  7. Fig 3: Positive Battery Cable At Battery
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  8. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  9. Install the right front diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal in Body Front End.
  10. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .