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Diesel Engine

WARNING: Do not use a conventional lead-acid battery in place of the factory equipped spiral-plate battery. Failure to install a sealed spiral-plate battery could result in acid being released inside the passenger compartment and personal injury.
Fig 1: Measuring Circumference of Replacement Battery
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Fig 2: Diesel Battery Installed (With Spacer)
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1 - Spacer
CAUTION: The battery must be securely fastened in the battery tray. Some Spiral-Plate batteries may be slightly different in size, if compared to the original factory installed battery. Measure the circumference of the replacement battery with a flexible tape measure as shown. The use of a spacer (1) may be necessary to properly secure the battery and prevent over tightening.
Fig 3: Correct Positive Cable Orientation
GC0021883Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
WARNING: The positive battery cable (2) must be correctly positioned on the battery post. Failure to install the cable correctly could result in serious personal injury or vehicle damage.
  1. Position the battery (3) in the vehicle.
  2. Connect the battery positive cable (2).
    Fig 4: Removing/Installing Battery Temperature Sensor
    GC0021880Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  3. Lift the battery hold down strap and slide the battery in its tray far enough to install the battery temperature sensor. Install the battery temperature sensor.
    Fig 5: Diesel Battery Installed (No Spacer Required)
    GC0021881Courtesy of DAIMLERCHRYSLER CORP.
  4. Slide the battery all the way into its tray and install the bolt. Torque to 40.5 N.m (30 ft. lbs.). Make certain the battery is securely held in place, you should not be able to move the battery in any direction using normal hand force.
    WARNING: Be certain to properly connect the battery vent system. Failure to do so could result in explosive/caustic fumes being released inside the vehicles passenger compartment. Replace any part of the vent system if it shows any signs of wear, cracking, collapsing, puncture or any other form of imperfection.
  5. Clip the vent tubing assembly (3) on the battery hold down strap (5).
  6. Connect the vent tube assembly (3) to the battery casing (2).
  7. Connect the battery negative cable.
  8. Install the seat front trim panel.
  9. Install the two screws in the seat front trim panel.
  10. Close the passenger door.
  11. Verify proper vehicle operation.
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