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Removal Procedure

Important: If one battery requires replacement, the other batteries also are to be replaced.


    Object Number: 1832385  Size: SH
  1. Remove the generator battery temperature sensor wiring harness. Refer to Generator Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring Harness Replacement.
  2. Remove the generator battery cable nuts (1-4) from the battery cable terminals.

  3. Object Number: 2048623  Size: SH

    Important: Note original routing of battery cables to ensure proper installation.

  4. Remove the generator battery cables (1-4) from the batteries.

  5. Object Number: 1895197  Size: SH
  6. Remove the generator battery bolts.
  7. Remove the generator battery (1).

  8. Object Number: 1832398  Size: SH
  9. If required, remove the generator battery temperature sensor from the battery.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1832398  Size: SH
  1. Before installing the NEW batteries, perform a voltage check. Voltage should be between 11 Volts and 14 Volts. There should not be more than a 0.7 Volt difference between each cassette.
  2. If required, install the generator battery temperature sensor to the battery.

  3. Object Number: 1895197  Size: SH
  4. Install the generator battery (1).
  5. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  6. Install the generator battery bolts.
  7. Tighten
    Tighten the bolts to 10 N·m (89 lb in).


    Object Number: 2048623  Size: SH
  8. Install the generator battery cables (1-4) to the batteries.

  9. Object Number: 1832385  Size: SH
  10. Install the generator battery cable nuts (1-4) to the battery cable terminals.
  11. Tighten
    Tighten the nuts to 8 N·m (71 lb in).

  12. Install the generator battery temperature sensor wiring harness. Refer to Generator Battery Temperature Sensor Wiring Harness Replacement.