Section 1590 (Battery System (Service Information) - 2500 Hd): Battery: Installation
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- Clean and inspect the battery
. Refer to CLEANING and INSPECTION for the proper procedures.CAUTION:
Be certain that the battery cable terminal clamps are connected to the correct battery terminal posts. Reversed battery polarity may damage electrical components of the vehicle.
- Position the battery into the battery tray. Ensure that the battery positive and negative terminal posts are correctly positioned. The battery cable terminal clamps must reach the correct battery terminal post without stretching the cables.
- Position the battery hold down (3) and install the retaining bolt (2). Tighten to 7 N.m (62 in. lbs.).
- Clean the battery cable terminal clamps and the battery terminal posts. Refer to CLEANING for the proper procedures.
- Connect the battery positive cable to the battery. Tighten to 6 N.m (53 in. lbs.).
- Connect the battery negative cable to the battery. Tighten to 6 N.m (53 in. lbs.).
- Apply a thin coating of petroleum jelly or chassis grease to the exposed surfaces of the battery cable terminal clamps and the battery terminal posts.
- Obtain an appropriate scan tool and check the PCM for any stored battery disconnect trouble codes. Clear codes if required.