Installation Procedure

2006 Isuzu Ascender S, 5.3 M, 4WDSECTION Installation Procedure
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    Fig 1: Identifying Battery Cables & Engine Wiring Harness Clips
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  1. Install the positive battery cable to the wire loom and re-tape the loom.
  2. Install the positive battery cable (4) lead to the starter solenoid.
  3. Install the positive battery cable to the engine wiring harness clip (3).
  4. NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
  5. Install the positive battery cable terminal to starter solenoid nut (6).

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

  6. Fig 2: Identifying Battery Box
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  7. Connect the positive and negative battery cable clip (3) to the battery tray support bracket.
  8. Install the battery box. Refer to Battery Box ReplacementΒ .
  9. Fig 3: View Of Battery Terminals
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  10. Install the positive battery cable terminal (2) to the UBEC stud.
  11. Install the positive battery cable terminal nut (1) to the UBEC stud.

    Tighten:Β  Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

  12. Fig 4: View Of Battery & Battery Box
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  13. Install the UBEC cover.
  14. Install the battery. Refer to Battery ReplacementΒ .
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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.