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Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable Replacement



Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable Replacement (6.0L and 8.1L Engines)

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.




1. Disconnect the auxiliary battery negative cable.
2. Remove the auxiliary battery cable clips from the studs at the front of dash.
3. Remove the engine sight shield.




4. Remove the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.
5. Remove the auxiliary negative battery cable.

Installation Procedure






Important: Install the engine wiring harness ground terminal on top of and inboard of the auxiliary negative battery cable ground crimp.

1. Install the auxiliary negative battery cable.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Install the engine wiring harness/auxiliary negative battery cable bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

3. Install the engine sight shield.




4. Install the auxiliary battery cable clips to the studs at the front of dash.
5. Connect the auxiliary battery negative cable.