Battery Cables - Mercury MerCruiser D2.8L D-Tronic Service Manual

STERNDRIVE (MCM) MODELS

Battery Cables

1. Connect battery cables to engine:
a. Make sure that grounding stud and starter solenoid terminal are free of paint and any
b. After battery cables are connected, apply a thin coat of Liquid Neoprene to the
c. Be sure to slide rubber boot over the positive (+) terminal after Liquid Neoprene
2. Connect battery cables to battery by FIRST connecting positive (+) battery cable
(usually red) to positive (+) battery terminal. Tighten clamp securely. Then, connect
negative (–) battery cable (usually black) to negative (–) battery terminal. Tighten clamp
securely.
NOTE: Spray terminals with a battery connection sealant to help retard corrosion.
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other material that could cause a poor electrical connection.
terminals.
dries.
SERVICE MANUAL NUMBER 22
90-860074--1 FEBRUARY 2002