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2. Connect cables to frame and starter.
a. See Figure 7-43. First, connect positive cable to
starter using fastener with washer. Tighten fastener
to 60-85 in-lbs (7-10 Nm).
b. See Figure 7-42. Attach negative cable and the
actuator ground cable to frame. Tighten to 48-72 in-
lbs (5.4-8.1 Nm).
3. Apply light coat of petroleum jelly or corrosion-retardant
material to both battery terminals.
4. Connect cables to battery.
a. See Figure 7-40. Positive battery cable runs from
starter to positive battery terminal.
b. Splice 14 gauge Red/Yellow wire coming from posi-
tive battery cable into main harness bundle.
c. Connect positive cable to positive (+) battery termi-
nal using fastener.
d. Connect negative cable to negative (-) battery termi-
nal using fastener.
e. Tighten terminal fasteners to 72-96 in-lbs (8-11
Nm).
Figure 7-41. Negative Battery Cable (XB12Ss)
Figure 7-42. Negative Battery Cable
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Figure 7-43. Positive Battery Cable
(Protective Boot Not Shown)
12097a
1. Fastener with washer
2. Positive battery cable
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