Connect Procedure

Position the battery (1) onto the tray with the posts towards the rear of the vehicle.

Fig 1: Battery
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WARNING: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning .

NOTE: Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal and the battery cable end.
Install the battery hold down retainer (3) and hold down strap (2).

Fig 2: Battery Retainer Bolt
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Tighten the battery retainer bolt (1) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
CAUTION: Refer to Fastener Caution .
Install the fuse block (3) to the top of the battery with tabs (2).

Fig 3: Battery Positive Clamp Nut And Fuse Block
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Slide the battery clamp (1) onto the battery post and tighten the nut (1) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Install the battery positive terminal (2) to the fuse block and tighten nut (1) to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 4: Battery Positive Cable To Fuse Block Nut
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Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Install the rear compartment floor stowage trim compartment. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Trim Compartment Replacement