Chrysler Repair: Replace battery on 1999 Dodge Intrepid, negative battery cable, cable clamps


Question
How do you replace the battery on a 1999 Dodge Intrepid?

Answer
BATTERY
WARNING: TO PROTECT THE HANDS FROM BATTERY ACID, A SUITABLE PAIR OF HEAVY DUTY RUBBER GLOVES, NOT THE HOUSEHOLD TYPE, SHOULD BE WORN WHEN REMOVING OR SERVICING A BATTERY. SAFETY GLASSES ALSO SHOULD BE WORN.

REMOVAL
Turn the steering wheel all the way to the right.
Verify that the ignition switch and all accessories are OFF.
Disconnect and isolate the negative battery cable remote terminal from the remote battery post Negative Battery Cable Remote Terminal
Remove air cleaner housing. Refer to Fuel for service procedures.
Remove battery splash shield. Refer to Body for service procedures.
Remove two short bolts to battery hold down.
Slide battery rearward to disconnect the negative and positive battery terminals from battery.
Slide battery toward rear of vehicle and lift out through wheel well opening.
Remove battery from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
For installation, reverse the above procedures. Inspect and clean battery and attaching components before installation.

WARNING: DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN BATTERY CABLE CLAMPS, DAMAGE TO CLAMPS CAN RESULT.

Tighten clamp nuts to 8.5 N·m (75 in. lbs.) torque.