Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection



Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.

1. Turn off all the lamps and accessories.
2. Turn the ignition OFF.




3. Remove the battery ground negative cable and bolt from the battery.

Installation Procedure






Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.

Important: Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal bolt flange and the battery cable end.

Install the battery ground negative cable and bolt to the battery.

Tighten the battery terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).