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Replacement procedure

BATTERY NEGATIVE CABLE REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Remove the battery.
2. Cut the negative battery cable near the conduit and tape the cut-end with electrical tape.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the vehicle ground locations, left upper frame rail and transaxle case.
4. Pull the conduit back over the remaining cable.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE
1. Route the new negative battery cable along the harness and secure using plastic tie straps.

IMPORTANT: When routing new cable, ensure enough cable is left near the battery to make connections at the end of this procedure.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Connect the negative battery cable to the vehicle ground locations, left upper frame rail and transaxle case.

Tighten the negative battery cable to chassis to 12.5 N.m (9.5 lb ft).

3. Install the battery.

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