Battery System: Battery: Installation: Installation

WARNING: A SUITABLE PAIR OF HEAVY DUTY RUBBER GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES SHOULD BE WORN WHEN REMOVING OR SERVICING A BATTERY.

WARNING: REMOVE METALLIC JEWELRY TO AVOID INJURY BY ACCIDENTAL ARCING OF BATTERY CURRENT.

Fig 1: Battery Tray

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1. Position the battery in the battery tray.
   Fig 2: Battery Hold Down Clamp

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2. Install the battery hold down clamp and bolt. Torque the bolt to 4 N.m (35 in. lbs.).
   Fig 3: Battery Vent Tube

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   CAUTION: Use care when connecting the battery vent tube to the battery. The vent tube nipple is made of plastic and is easily damaged if not connected properly.
3. Gently connect the battery vent tube to the battery nipple.
   Fig 4: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Cables

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4. Latch the battery retention strap (4).
5. Connect the battery positive cable (1).
6. Connect the battery negative cable (2).
7. Install the rear compartment floor trim panel.