FAQ for Battery Cables Repair
Q: How to remove the battery negative cable?
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You will need to disconnect the battery negative cable bolt from the battery, disconnect the battery negative cable from the engine, then disconnect any additional ground leads attached to the battery negative cable and remove the battery negative cable.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the battery negative cable?
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The recommended torque is 15 N.m (11 lb in).
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the removal procedure for the battery-positive cable?
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The removal procedure is to disconnect the battery-positive cable bolt from the battery, disconnect the battery-positive cable from the starter motor, disconnect the additional battery-positive cable lead to the electrical convenience center and remove the battery-positive cable.
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01/11/2022 Q: What must be ensured before servicing any electrical component?
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You should ensure that the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
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01/11/2022 Q: Why can't I connect the negative charger lead to the housings of other vehicle electrical accessories or equipment?
A:
Because the action of the battery charger may damage such equipment.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should be noticed when installing the positive battery cable to the starter solenoid?
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You will need to know that the inner nut on the solenoid battery terminal must be tightened before the battery cable and the other leads are installed.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the recommended torque for the battery negative terminal bolt connected to the battery?
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The recommended torque is 15 N.m (11 lb-ft).
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01/11/2022 Q: Can I connect the negative charger lead to the housings of other vehicle electrical accessories or equipment?
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The action of the battery charger may damage such equipment.
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01/11/2022 Q: What should I know about the vehicle's electrical system?
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This vehicle has a 12 Volt, negative ground electrical system. You can make sure the vehicle or equipment being used to jump-start the engine is also 12 Volt, negative ground. The use of any other type of system will damage the vehicle's electrical components.
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01/11/2022 Q: What's the installation procedure for the battery-positive cable?
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The installation procedure is to install the battery-positive cable in the same position as the original for RWD and A4WD, then connect the battery-positive cable to the starter solenoid and tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in), connect the additional battery-positive cable lead to the underhood electrical center and tighten the nut to 9 N.m (80 lb in), connect the battery positive terminal bolt to the battery and tighten the bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb-ft).
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