Installation Procedure

Install the battery.

Fig 1: View Of Battery Hold Down Nut, Washer & Retainer
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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .
Install the battery hold down retainer (1), nut (3), and washer.
Tighten: Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
Install the battery cover.

Fig 2: View Of Battery Cover
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Install the battery tray brace bolts/nut.
Tighten: Tighten the bolts/nut to 10 N.m (89 lb in).

Fig 3: Radiator Support Diagonal Brace
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Install the battery air duct to the battery cover.

Fig 4: View Of Battery Air Duct
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Install the coolant heater cord retainers (1) to the battery cover, if equipped.

Fig 5: View Of Coolant Heater Cord Retainers
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Position the positive battery cable (1) to the battery.

Fig 6: View Of Battery & Cables
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Tighten the positive battery cable bolt.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).
Connect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .