Battery Negative Cable Replacement LG4 Starter Motor Ground Cable

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. Remove the negative cable from the frame.



2. Remove the negative cable from the frame.
3. Remove the negative cable from the engine.

1. Install the negative cable and bolts to the engine.



2. Install the negative cable and bolts to the engine.
3. Clean the grounding area of the frame. Coat the surrounding area with a copper-impregnated ground sealer.

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.

4. Install the negative cable and bolts to the frame.

Tighten

•	Tighten the negative cable to the frame bolt to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).

•	Tighten the negative cable to the engine bolt to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

Battery Negative Cable Replacement LG5 Starter Motor Ground Cable

1. Remove the negative cable from the starter.
2. Remove the negative cable from the engine block.

1. Connect the negative cable to the engine block.
2. Clean the grounding area. Coat the grounding area with a copper-impregnated ground sealer.

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 negative cable to the starter.

Tighten

•	Tighten the negative cable to the starter to 30 N·m (22 lb ft).

•	Tighten the negative cable to the engine block to 28 N·m (21 lb ft).