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Engine Ground Cable Replacement RPO LD8

Removal Procedure

Important: 

   • Always use replacement cables that are of the same type, diameter and length of the cables that you are replacing.
   • Always route the replacement cable the same way as the original cable.


    Object Number: 1664485  Size: SH
  1. Remove the front compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement .
  2. Remove the bolt (1) securing the engine ground cable (2) to the right side body frame rail.

  3. Object Number: 1669928  Size: SH
  4. Remove the rear generator bolt.
  5. Remove the engine ground cable.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1669928  Size: SH
  1. Position the engine ground cable to the generator.
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Install the rear generator bolt.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).


    Object Number: 1664485  Size: SH
  5. Install the bolt (1) securing the engine ground cable (2) to the right side body frame rail.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the front compartment sight shield. Refer to Front Compartment Sight Shields Replacement .