Battery Replacement

Removal Procedure

CAUTION: Refer to Batteries Produce Explosive Gasses Caution in Service Precautions.

CAUTION: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable.
3. Remove the following parts:
1. The retainer nut
2. The retainer washer
3. The retainer
4. The battery

4. Inspect the following items for physical damage or corrosion, clean as necessary:
- The battery
- The battery cables
- The connectors
- The battery tray

Installation Procedure






NOTE: Refer to Fastener Note in Service Precautions.

1. Install the following parts:
1. The battery onto a cleaned battery tray
2. The retainer
3. The retainer washer
4. The retainer nut

Tighten
Tighten the retainer nut to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

2. Connect the battery positive cable.
3. Connect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure.

Tighten
Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).