Battery Negative Cable Replacement 4.2L Engine
Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
- Remove the bolt that secures the harness to the front wheelhouse panel (1).
- Remove the bolt that secures the harness to the shock tower (2).
- Remove the harness from the engine harness bracket.
- Remove the bolt that secures the harness to the engine block.
Installation Procedure
Important:
• The negative battery cable must not be connected to the battery prior
to the installation of the engine harness ground terminal to the engine
block. • The negative battery cable must not be connected to the battery prior
to the installation of the instrument panel harness and the engine harness
to the powertrain control module.
- Clip the harness to the engine harness bracket.
- Install the bolt that secures the harness to the shock tower (2).
- Install the bolt that secures the harness to the engine block.
- Install the bolt that secures the harness to the wheelhouse panel (1).
- Connect the negative battery cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
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.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 50 N·m (37 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
