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Engine Ground Cable Replacement




Engine Ground Cable Replacement

Removal Procedure

Note:
* Always use replacement cables that are of the same type, diameter and length of the cables that you are replacing.
* Always route the replacement cable the same way as the original cable.




1. Remove the front compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement (Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement).
2. Remove the bolt (1) securing the engine ground cable (2) to the right side body frame rail.




3. Remove the rear generator bolt.
4. Remove the engine ground cable.

Installation Procedure




1. Position the engine ground cable to the generator.

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

2. Install the rear generator bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 50 Nm (37 lb ft).




3. Install the bolt (1) securing the engine ground cable (2) to the right side body frame rail.

Tighten the bolt to 25 Nm (18 lb ft).

4. Install the front compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement (Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement).