Battery Insulator Replacement Left Battery

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.



2. Remove the left fender to the radiator support brace.



3. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.



4. Remove the battery hold down bolt and retainer.
5. Remove the battery.
6. Remove the battery insulator.

1. Install the battery insulator.
2. Install the battery.

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.

3. Install battery hold down bolt and retainer.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).




4. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

5. Install the left fender to the radiator support brace.

Tighten
Tighten to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

6. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

Battery Insulator Replacement Right Battery

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the battery.



2. Disconnect the positive battery cable from the battery.



3. Remove the battery hold down bolt and retainer.
4. Remove the battery.
5. Remove the battery insulator.

1. Install the battery insulator.
2. Install the battery.

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.

3. Install the battery hold down bolt and retainer.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 9 N·m (80 lb in).




4. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

5. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).