Installation Procedure

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Position the auxiliary battery cable to the starter.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

Install the starter lead nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in).

Fig 1: View Of Positive Battery Cable Nut & Cable From The Starter (6.6L)

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Install the auxiliary battery cable to the retainer.
Install the retainer and nut.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 12 N.m (106 lb in).

Fig 2: View Of Battery Cable Bracket Nut

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Install the auxiliary battery negative cable bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 34 N.m (25 lb ft).

Fig 3: View Of Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable & Engine Wiring Harness Ground Wires Bolt (Right Side Of Engine)

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Install the auxiliary battery positive cable.
Tighten the auxiliary battery positive cable.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

Fig 4: View Of Auxiliary Battery Negative Cable (6.6L (LB7))

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Connect the auxiliary battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Single Battery) or Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure (Auxiliary Battery) .