Installation Procedure

Fig 1: Vent Plug

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If you are replacing the battery with a serviced NEW battery, detach the vent plug (1), that comes with the positive post cover.

Fig 2: Vent Plug And Battery Vent Hose

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Install the vent plug (1), opposite side of the battery vent hose (2).

Fig 3: Battery Vent Hose

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NOTE:

Replacement batteries may require the vent plug in the battery vent hole to be moved from one end of the battery to the other to permit vent tube installation per original design.

Install the battery vent hose (1) to the battery.

Fig 4: Battery, Battery Hold Down & Bolt

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Install the battery (1) into the battery box.
Install the battery hold down (3).

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the battery hold down bolt (2) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

Fig 5: Battery Vent Hose Grommet

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Install the battery vent hose grommet (1) to the battery box.

Fig 6: Positive Battery Cable Clips & Positive Battery Cable Cover

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Position the positive battery cable, and Install the cable terminal to the battery positive terminal.
Tighten the positive battery cable terminal nut and tighten to 9 N.m (80 lb in).
Close the positive battery cable cover (2).

Fig 7: Body Wiring Harness, Electrical Connector & Positive Battery Cable Clips

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Connect the body wiring harness electrical connector (2) to the positive battery cable electrical connector (3).

Fig 8: Body Wiring Harness Connector & Negative Battery Cable Connector

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Connect the body wiring harness electrical connector (4) to the negative battery cable electrical connector (1).
Connect the body wiring harness electrical connector (3) to the battery current sensor (2).
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .