Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Ground Strap Nut At Front Of Dash Stud

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the ground strap to the stud.
Install the ground strap nut to the stud at the front of dash.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Position the ground strap and engine wiring harness ground.
Install the engine wiring harness ground bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

Fig 2: View Of Ground Cable Bolt At Engine Block

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If necessary, install the engine sight shield. Refer to Engine Sight Shield Replacement (4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L Engines) or Engine Sight Shield Replacement (6.0L Engine w/RPOs Y91 and Z88) in Engine Mechanical - 4.8L, 5.3L, and 6.0L.