Positive: Service and Repair

BATTERY CABLE REPLACEMENT (POSITIVE)

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT: When replacing battery cables be sure to use replacement cables that are the same type, gauge and length.




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable from the battery.




3. Remove the remote positive stud cover.




4. Remove the battery positive cable junction block lead nut (1) and disconnect the battery positive cable (2) from the underhood accessory wiring junction block.




5. Raise and suitably support the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
6. Remove the battery positive cable nut (8) and disconnect the battery positive cable (9) from the starter motor BAT terminal.




7. Remove the battery cable retainers (2,3,4) from the frame.
8. Remove the battery positive cable from the wiring harness conduit.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the battery positive cable into the wiring harness conduit.
2. Install the battery cable retainers (2,3,4) to the frame.




3. Install the battery positive cable (9) to the starter motor BAT terminal.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Install the starter motor BAT terminal nut (8).

Tighten
Tighten the starter motor switch BAT terminal nut (8) to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

5. Lower the vehicle.




6. Install the battery positive cable (2) and the battery positive cable junction block lead nut (1) to the underhood accessory wiring junction block.

Tighten
Tighten the battery positive cable junction block lead nut (1) to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).




7. Install the remote positive stud cover.




8. Install the batter positive cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the battery positive cable terminal bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

9. Connect the battery negative cable to the battery.