Connecting Procedure

Verify that all electrical components are off such as interior lights, all doors are closed, the underhood lamp, etc.
Clean any corrosion from the negative battery cable using a wire brush.

Fig 1: Identifying Battery Cable Components
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Position the negative battery cable (5) to the battery.
NOTE: Refer to FASTENER NOTICE in Cautions and Notices.
Tighten negative battery cable bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).