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Installation Procedure

    Fig 1: Removing/Installing Battery Insulator
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  1. Install the battery 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 removal.
  3. Install the battery (3) to the battery tray.
  4. Install the battery hold down retainer (2).
  5. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.
  6. Install the battery hold down retainer bolt (1).

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

  7. Fig 3: Connecting Battery Cables
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  8. Connect the positive battery cable.

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

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