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Installation Procedure

  1. Install the battery insulator, if necessary.
  2. Install the battery.
    NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notices in CAUTIONS & NOTICES .
  3. Fig 1: Installing Battery Hold Down Retainer And Bolt
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  4. Install the battery hold down retainer and bolt.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the battery hold down retainer bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

  5. Fig 2: Installing Front End Diagonal Brace And Bolts
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  6. Install the front end diagonal brace and bolts.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the front end diagonal brace bolts to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

  7. Connect the positive battery cable.

    Tighten 

    Tighten the positive battery cable bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

  8. Fig 3: Snapping Positive Battery Cable Cap Closed
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  9. Snap the positive battery cable cap closed.
  10. Fig 4: Connecting Negative Battery Cable
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  11. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery)  .