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Battery Tray Replacement Left Battery

Removal Procedure

    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.
  2. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .

  3. Object Number: 368345  Size: SH
  4. Remove the battery tray bolts.
  5. Remove the battery tray.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 368345  Size: SH
  1. Install the battery tray.
  2. 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 tray bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
  6. Connect the negative battery cable.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (17 lb ft).

Battery Tray Replacement Right Battery

Removal Procedure

    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.
  2. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
  3. Remove the surge tank nuts. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement in Engine Cooling.

  4. Object Number: 368343  Size: SH
  5. Remove the battery tray nuts.
  6. Remove the battery tray bolts.
  7. Remove the battery tray.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 368343  Size: SH
  1. Install the battery tray.
  2. 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 tray bolts.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

  5. Install the battery tray nuts.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

  7. Install the surge tank nuts. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement in Engine Cooling.
  8. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
  9. Connect the negative battery cable.
  10. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).