Removal Procedure
- In order to remove the engine ground strap the battery negative cable is removed from the engine. Some of the vehicle information may get discarded when the battery negative cable is removed. Refer to Radio/Audio System Description and Operation in Entertainment for the information that may have to be reset. The battery negative cable does not require disconnection at the battery.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the bolt retaining the battery negative cable and the ground strap to the engine.
- Remove the bolt retaining the ground strap to the frame.
- Remove the ground strap.
Installation Procedure
- Install the bolt and the ground strap to the frame. Align the tab on the ground strap with the hole in the frame.
- Install the bolt with the battery negative cable and the ground strap to the front of the engine. Align the ground strap in order to avoid contact with the transmission cooler pipes.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Reset the vehicle information. Refer to Radio/Audio System Description and Operation in Entertainment.
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.
Tighten
Tighten the ground strap to frame bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
Tighten
Tighten the ground strap to engine bolt to 25 N·m (18 lb ft).
