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Section 17 (Battery (Service Information)): Battery: Installation

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2020 Chrysler 300 and 2019 Chrysler 300. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
WARNING:

A SUITABLE PAIR OF HEAVY DUTY RUBBER GLOVES AND SAFETY GLASSES SHOULD BE WORN WHEN REMOVING OR SERVICING A BATTERY.

WARNING:

Remove metallic jewelry to avoid injury by accidental arcing of battery current.

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  1. Position the battery in the battery tray.
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  2. Install the battery holddown fastener (1), battery holddown clamp (2), and tighten the bolt to the proper specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
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    CAUTION:

    Use care when connecting the battery vent tube to the battery. The vent tube nipple is made of plastic and is easily damaged if not connected properly.

  3. Gently connect the battery vent tube (1) to the battery nipple.
  4. Latch the battery retention strap.
  5. Connect the battery positive cable.
  6. Connect the negative battery cable with Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS). Refer to SENSOR, INTELLIGENT BATTERY (IBS), INSTALLATION .
  7. Install the rear compartment floor trim panel.