E. Battery Tray Installation

1. If disconnected, spray the ABS control module connector and the ABS control module wiring harness connector with Electrolyte Detection and Neutralizing spray to ensure that all traces of acid have been neutralized.

NOTE:
When the spray remains an orange color, any remaining battery acid has been neutralized.

2. Using compressed air, carefully blow out the connector until completely dry.

3. If previously disconnected, connect the large and/or small wiring harness connectors to the ABS control module.





4. Transfer the battery temperature sensor from the old battery tray to the new battery tray (Figure 14). Then discard the old battery tray.

5. Place a small bead of RTV silicone rubber adhesive (P/N 04883971) onto the base of the new drain tube grommet.

6. Snap the new drain tube into position on the new battery tray (Figure 14).





7. While installing the new battery tray into position, route the drain tube through the original hole in the fender panel (Figure 15) and connect the battery temperature sensor electrical connector.

8. Install the battery tray mounting bolts. Tighten the bolts to 95 in. lbs. (10.7 N.m).

9. Install the battery onto the new battery tray.

10. Install the "J" hook and battery hold down bracket.

11. Install the battery hold down retaining nuts. Tighten the nuts to 24 in. lbs. (2.7 N.m).

12. Connect the positive battery cable to the positive battery post. Tighten the retaining nut to 70 in. lbs. (7.9 N.m).

13. Connect the negative battery cable to the negative battery post. Tighten the retaining nut to 70 in. lbs. (7.9 N.m).





14. From inside the left wheel well housing, secure the battery tray drain tube to the frame rail bracket with the provided plastic tie strap (Figure 16).

15. If the ABS control module was replaced, connect the DRB III scan tool to the vehicle and program the rear axle ratio and tire size into the new control module.