Installation Procedure
- Position the battery (1) onto the tray to the rear of the vehicle as shown in the graphic.
- Install the vent hose through the body.
- Install Battery Hold Down Retainer (1)
- Install the battery retainer strap (2).
- Install the battery hold down retainer bolt (3) and tighten to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Install the battery fuse block (2) along with the battery positive cables to the battery:
- Align the rear side of the battery fuse block exactly to the battery housing.
- Clip in the 2 battery fuse block retainer tabs (3).
- Tighten the battery positive pole clamp nut (1) to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
- Install Battery Fuse Block Cover (2)
- Check the locked 2 retaining tabs (1).
- Install the panel trim (2).
- Install the 3 panel trim nuts (1) and tighten to 6 N.m (53 lb in).
- Connect Battery Negative Cable Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection
- Install Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Trim Compartment Rear Compartment Floor Stowage Trim Compartment Replacement .
NOTE:
Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal and the battery cable end.
CAUTION: