Removal Procedure
- In order to remove the
engine ground strap the battery negative cable is removed from the engine.
Some of the vehicle information may get discarded when the battery negative
cable is removed. Refer to
Radio/Audio System Description and Operation
in Entertainment
for the information that may have to be reset. The battery negative cable
does not require disconnection at the battery.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to
Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle
in General Information.
- Remove the bolt retaining the battery negative cable and the ground
strap to the engine.
- Remove the bolt retaining
the ground strap to the frame.
- Remove the ground strap.
Installation Procedure
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.
- Install the bolt and the ground strap
to the frame. Align the tab on the ground strap with the hole in the frame.
Tighten
Tighten the ground strap to frame bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Install the bolt with
the battery negative cable and the ground strap to the front of the engine.
Align the ground strap in order to avoid contact with the transmission cooler
pipes.
Tighten
Tighten the ground strap to engine bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
- Lower the vehicle.
- Reset the vehicle information. Refer to
Radio/Audio System Description and Operation
in Entertainment.