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correct battery terminal post without stretching the
cables (Fig. 21).
(3) Loosely install the battery hold down hard-
ware. Ensure that the battery base is correctly posi-
tioned in the tray, then tighten the hold down nuts to
2.2 N·m (20 in. lbs.). Tighten the hold down support
strap bolt to 9 N·m (77 in. lbs.).
CAUTION: Be certain that the battery cables are
connected to the correct battery terminals. Reverse
polarity may damage electrical components.
(4) Connect and tighten the battery positive cable
terminal clamp. Then connect and tighten the bat-
tery negative cable terminal clamp. Tighten both bat-
tery cable terminal clamp bolts to 8.5 N·m (75 in.
lbs.).
(5) Apply a thin coating of petroleum jelly or chas-
sis grease to the exposed surfaces of the battery cable
terminal clamps and battery terminal posts.
SPECIFICATIONS
BATTERY
Battery Classifications and Ratings
Part Number
BCI Group Size
Classification
Cold
Cranking
Amperage
Reserve
Capacity
Ampere-Hours
Load Test
Amperage
56041105AB
34
500
110 Minutes
60
250
Fig. 20 Clean Battery Terminal Post - Typical
Fig. 21 Battery Cables
XJ
BATTERY
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REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION (Continued)