Negative: Service and Repair

Ensure that replacement battery cables are routed in the same manner as the original.

Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable bolt from the battery.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the engine.
3. Disconnect any additional ground leads attached to the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the negative battery cable.

Installation Procedure
1. Install the negative battery cable in the same position as the original.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

2. Connect the negative battery cable to the engine.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 40 N-m (29 lb ft).

3. Install the engine harness to the stud.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 25 N-m (18 lb ft).

4. Connect the negative battery cable ground lead to the radiator support.

Tighten
Tighten the stud to 45 N-m (33 lb ft).

5. Connect the negative battery terminal bolt to the battery.

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