Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: View Of Shift Control Knob

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the transaxle range switch lever and lever nut.
Tighten: Tighten the transaxle range switch lever nut to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).

Fig 2: Control Cable Retainer Clip Tabs, Cable & Control Cable Bracket

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Snap the cable end fitting onto the ball stud of the transaxle range switch lever. An audible snap will be heard when properly installed.

Fig 3: View Of Battery Tray Bracket Bolts

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Install the battery tray bracket.
Position the battery tray bracket and install and tighten the screws.
Tighten: Tighten the battery tray bracket screws to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
Install the battery cooling box. Refer to Battery Box Replacement installation procedure in Battery.

Fig 4: View Of Battery

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Install the battery.
1. Insert the battery and tighten the battery hold-down screw.
  Tighten: Tighten the battery hold-down screw to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
2. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.
  Tighten: Tighten the positive battery cable bolts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
3. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
  Tighten: Tighten the negative battery cable bolts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
4. Install the battery cooling box cover and install and tighten the screws.
  Tighten: Tighten the battery cooling box cover screws to 2 N.m (1.5 lb ft).
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