Installation Procedure

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Fig 1: Identifying Battery Retainer Bolt And Retainer

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Install the battery (1) into the battery tray (2).

CAUTION:

Refer to Fastener Caution .

Install the battery bolt and retainer (3) and tighten to 18 N.m (12 lb ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Lower Auxiliary Battery Tray To Frame Bolts

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Lift the battery and tray assembly (2) onto the upper auxiliary battery tray bolts (1). Do not tighten the upper bolts at this time.
Install the lower battery tray bolts (3) and tighten to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
Connect the positive battery cable to the auxiliary battery and tighten the bolt to 14 N.m (123 lb in).
Connect the negative battery cable to the auxiliary battery and to the primary battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .