Battery Cable: Service and Repair

ENGINE GROUND CABLE REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

IMPORTANT:
- 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.
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.
2. Install the rear generator bolt.

Tighten the bolt to 50 N.m (37 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice.




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

Tighten the bolt to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the front compartment sight shield.