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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

    NOTICE: Whenever the battery cables are replaced, always use a replacement cable that is the same type, diameter, and length. Some positive cables have additional feed wires attached to them and some negative cables have additional ground leads attached. Using a different kind of replacement cable could damage the battery or the vehicle.

    Notice: When installing the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid, the inner nut on the solenoid battery terminal must be tightened before the battery cable and the other leads are installed in the vehicle. Failure to do so will result in damage to the solenoid terminal and/or the solenoid.


    Object Number: 29055  Size: SH
  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to

    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.

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  2. Disconnect the positive battery cable.
  3. Disconnect the positive battery cables from the starter solenoid.

  4. Object Number: 29054  Size: SH
  5. Disconnect the positive battery cables from the "J" block assembly, if necessary.
  6. Remove the positive battery cables.

  7. Object Number: 30733  Size: SH
  8. Disconnect the negative battery cable from the frame.
  9. Remove the negative battery cable.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 30733  Size: SH
  1. Route the replacement negative battery cable in the same way as the original cable.
  2. Connect the negative cable to the frame.

  3. Object Number: 29054  Size: SH
  4. Route the replacement positive battery cable in the same way as the original cable.
  5. Connect the positive cables to the "J" block assembly, if necessary.

  6. Object Number: 29055  Size: SH
  7. Connect the positive battery cables to the starter solenoid.
  8. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.
  9. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.