Battery post/terminal, handling instructions

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CAUTION:

In order to prevent damage to the battery terminals and battery posts, observe the following:

Battery terminals must only be placed on battery posts without using force (by hand only).
Do not apply grease to battery posts.
Battery terminals must be securely and fully seated on the battery post before tightening.
Battery terminals that are torqued to specification must NOT be tightened any further. Terminal damage will result.

Observe work procedure and Notes for disconnecting and reconnecting battery terminals. Refer to Battery with fastened fuse holder, disconnecting and reconnecting .

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Terminals

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Battery terminal -1- and additional terminal -2- tightening torques. Refer to Battery, tightening torques .