Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove the right front diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
- Disconnect the positive battery cable.
- Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt (1).
- Remove the battery hold down retainer (2).
- Remove the battery (3).
- Remove the battery insulator from the battery.
Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.
Installation Procedure
- Install the battery insulator to the battery.
- Install the battery (3).
- Install the battery hold down retainer (2).
- Install the battery hold down retainer bolt (1).
- Connect the positive battery cable.
- Install the right front diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement in Body Front End.
- Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during installation.
Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
