For 1990-2009 cars only
Removal Procedure
- Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Removal .
- Cut the negative battery cable near the conduit and tape the cut-end with electrical tape.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable from the vehicle ground locations (left upper frame rail and transaxle case).
- Pull the conduit back over the remaining cable.
Installation Procedure
- Route the new negative battery cable along the harness and secure using plastic tie straps.
- Connect the negative battery cable to the vehicle ground locations (left upper frame rail and transaxle case).
- Install the battery. Refer to Battery Installation .
Important: When routing new cable, ensure enough cable is left near the battery to make connections at the end of this procedure.
Tighten
Tighten the negative battery cable to chassis to 12.5 N·m (9.5 lb ft).
