Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Installation Procedure
- Install the battery insulator to the battery.
Important: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees.
- Install the battery and ensure that the battery is positioned properly in the battery tray.
- Install the battery hold down retainer.
- Install the battery hold down retainer bolt.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).
- Install the battery positive cable and bolt to the battery.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N.m (12 lb ft).
- Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
- Install the front end sheet metal diagonal brace. Refer to BRACE REPLACEMENT - FRONT FENDER UPPER DIAGONAL - RIGHT .
- Install the underhood electrical center. Refer to UNDERHOOD ELECTRICAL CENTER OR JUNCTION BLOCK REPLACEMENT .
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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