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First disconnect negative (-) terminal -arrow- from battery.

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Then disconnect positive ( B+ ) terminal from battery.

Battery, reconnecting

CAUTION:  In order to prevent damage to the battery housing, battery terminals must be placed on battery posts without using force (by hand only).

NOTE:  Battery posts and terminals must no longer be greased.

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Refit battery positive ( B+ ) terminal on battery positive post.

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Torque positive ( B+ ) terminal clamp fastener to 5 Nm.

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Only after the positive ( B+ ) terminal has been secured should the negative (-) terminal clamp be installed.

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Torque negative (-) terminal clamp fastener to 5 Nm.

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Perform work steps specified in table.

Work steps required after reconnecting battery

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