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Battery Cable Assembly: Installation

  1. Install the terminal base.
    CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

    Tightening torque: 

    6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)

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    • VIN:] 4S4############## [model
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  2. Install the slow blow fuse.
    1. Connect the terminal (B) and the terminal (A) to the slow blow fuse (C).

      Tightening torque: 

      5.5 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.1 ft-lb)

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  3. Install the battery cable assembly.
    1. Set the battery cable assembly, and secure the battery cable assembly to the bracket with claw.
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    2. Secure the battery cable assembly to the intake manifold assembly with the claw (D).
    3. Secure the battery cable assembly to the intake manifold assembly with the clip (C).
    4. Secure the engine wiring harness with the clip (B).
    5. Connect the connector (A).
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    6. Secure the battery cable assembly with the clip (E) and clip (D).
    7. Connect the connector (C) and connector (B).
    8. Connect the terminal B (A).
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      15.5 N.m (1.6 kgf-m, 11.4 ft-lb)

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    9. After connecting the terminal B, apply a thin coat of anti-rust grease to the terminal section.
      CAUTION: This procedure is required to prevent rust and suppress sulfation.

      Preparation items  :

      Grease: NIPPECO LT-1N or equivalent Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE>STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM .

      • 2.0 L model
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        (A) Grease application area
      • 2.5 L model
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        (A) Grease application area
    10. Install the V-belt cover.
      NOTE:
      • Check the grommet for peel-off or disengagement.
      • Be careful not to deform the bracket during installation.

      Tightening torque: 

      7 N.m (0.7 kgf-m, 5.2 ft-lb)

    11. Connect the terminal B.
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      T1: 11 N.m (1.1 kgf-m, 8.1 ft-lb)

    12. Connect the ground terminal.
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      T2: 14 N.m (1.4 kgf-m, 10.3 ft-lb)

    13. Connect the connector.
      Fig 1: Ground Terminal Nut With Torque Specification
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    14. After connecting the terminal B, apply a thin coat of anti-rust grease to the terminal section.
      CAUTION: This procedure is required to prevent rust and suppress sulfation.

      Preparation items  :

      Grease: NIPPECO LT-1N or equivalent Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE>STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM .

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      (A) Grease application area
    15. After connecting the ground terminal, apply a thin coat of anti-rust grease to the terminal section.
      CAUTION: This procedure is required to prevent rust and suppress sulfation.

      Preparation items  :

      Grease: NIPPECO LT-1N or equivalent Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE>STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM .

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      (A) Grease application area
    16. Install the air intake boot. Ref. to INTAKE (INDUCTION) (H4DO)>AIR INTAKE BOOT>INSTALLATION .
    17. Set the terminal of battery cable assembly.
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    18. Connect the slow blow fuse.
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

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    19. Connect the terminal (A) and the terminal (B).
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      T1: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

    20. Connect the terminal (C).
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      T2: 14 N.m (1.4 kgf-m, 10.3 ft-lb)

      Fig 2: Terminal Nut With Torque Specification
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    21. After connecting each terminal, apply a thin coat of anti-rust grease to the terminal section.
      CAUTION: This procedure is required to prevent rust and suppress sulfation.

      Preparation items  :

      Grease: NIPPECO LT-1N or equivalent Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE>STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM .

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        (A) Grease application area
      • VIN:] 4S4############## [model
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        (A) Grease application area
    22. Install the battery sensor harness to the clip (E).
    23. Install the battery cable holder (D).
    24. Connect the ground terminal (C).
      CAUTION:
      • Install the battery sensor and battery cable assembly without applying an excessive force.
      • As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.
      • Do not apply anti-rust grease to the battery sensor and the ground terminal.

      Tightening torque: 

      T1: 7.5 N.m (0.8 kgf-m, 5.5 ft-lb)

    25. Secure the ground cable with the clip (B).
    26. Connect the ground terminal (A).
      CAUTION: As residual anti-rust grease or dirt on the threads (bolts and nuts), terminals and seating surfaces may cause overtorque, clean and degrease them.

      Tightening torque: 

      T2: 13 N.m (1.3 kgf-m, 9.6 ft-lb)

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        Fig 3: Ground Terminal Bolts With Torque Specification (JF1 And JF2 Model)
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      • VIN:] 4S4############## [model
        Fig 4: Ground Terminal Bolts With Torque Specification (4S4 Model)
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    27. After connecting the ground terminal, apply a thin coat of anti-rust grease to the terminal section.
      CAUTION: This procedure is required to prevent rust and suppress sulfation.

      Preparation items  :

      Grease: NIPPECO LT-1N or equivalent Ref. to RECOMMENDED MATERIALS>GREASE>STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEM .

      G16761914Courtesy of SUBARU OF AMERICA, INC.
    (A) Grease application area
  4. Install the fuse box cover (A) and terminal boot (B).
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  5. Install the cover fender UPR LH.
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