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Installation Procedure

IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during installation.
    Fig 1: View Of Battery Hold Down & Bolt
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  1. Install the battery.
  2. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  3. Install the battery hold down and bolt.

    Tighten:  Tighten the bolt to 18 N.m (13 lb ft).

  4. Fig 2: Identifying Battery Terminals & Ground Wire
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  5. Install the positive battery terminal (1) to the battery.
  6. Tighten the positive battery terminal nut.

    Tighten:  Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  7. Install the right front diagonal brace. Refer to Front Fender Upper Diagonal Brace Replacement .
  8. Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (L26)  or Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (LS4) .