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 ground (negative) cable to the vehicle.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to LIFTING AND JACKING THE VEHICLE .
- Install the battery ground (negative) cable and nut to the transaxle stud.
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 25 N.m (18 lb ft).
- Install the battery cable to the conduit.
- Install the battery cable conduit to the conduit retainers.
- Install the lower radiator baffle. Refer to RADIATOR AIR BAFFLE ASSEMBLIES AND DEFLECTORS .
- Lower the vehicle.
- Install the battery ground (negative) cable and bolt to the inner fender.
Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 5 N.m (44 lb in).
- Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
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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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