Battery Tray Replacement Left Battery

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .



3. Remove the battery tray bolts.
4. Remove the battery tray.

1. Install the battery tray.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the battery tray bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
4. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (17 lb ft).

Battery Tray Replacement Right Battery

Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
3. Remove the surge tank nuts. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement in Engine Cooling.



4. Remove the battery tray nuts.
5. Remove the battery tray bolts.
6. Remove the battery tray.

1. Install the battery tray.

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

2. Install the battery tray bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 9 N·m (80 lb in).

3. Install the battery tray nuts.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).

4. Install the surge tank nuts. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement in Engine Cooling.
5. Install the battery. Refer to Battery Replacement .
6. Connect the negative battery cable.

Tighten
Tighten the nuts to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).