Chrysler 2004 Concorde Service Manual page 274

8F - 12 BATTERY SYSTEM
BATTERY (Continued)
this service manual for complete PDC and JB fuse,
circuit breaker, and circuit identification. This will
isolate each circuit and identify the circuit that is the
source of the high-amperage IOD. If the amperage
reading remains high after removing and replacing
each fuse and circuit breaker, disconnect the wire
harness from the generator. If the amperage reading
now becomes very low or nonexistent, refer to Charg-
ing System for the proper charging system diagnosis
and testing procedures. After the high-amperage IOD
has been corrected, switch the multi-meter to pro-
gressively lower amperage scales and, if necessary,
repeat the fuse and circuit breaker remove-and-re-
place process to identify and correct all sources of
excessive IOD. It is now safe to select the lowest mil-
liampere scale of the multi-meter to check the low-
amperage IOD.
CAUTION: Do not open any doors, or turn on any
electrical accessories with the lowest milliampere
scale selected, or the multi-meter may be damaged.
(6) Observe the multi-meter reading. The low-am-
perage IOD should not exceed thirty-five milliam-
peres (0.035 ampere). If the current draw exceeds
thirty-five milliamperes, isolate each circuit using the
fuse and circuit breaker remove-and-replace process
in Step 5. The multi-meter reading will drop to
within the acceptable limit when the source of the
excessive current draw is disconnected. Repair this
circuit as required; whether a wiring short, incorrect
switch adjustment, or a component failure is at fault.
REMOVAL
The battery is accessible without removing
the right front wheel and tire assembly..
(1) Verify that the ignition switch and all accesso-
ries are OFF.
(2) Turn the steering wheel to the full right posi-
tion.
(3) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
WARNING: NEVER GET UNDER A LIFTED VEHICLE
IF NOT SUPPORTED PROPERLY ON SAFETY
STANDS.
(4) Remove the air cleaner housing. Refer to the
index for the location of the procedure.
(5) Remove battery splash shield. Refer to the
Body section of the service manual for the procedure.
(6) Disconnect the
equipped.
(7) Remove the two short bolts from the battery
hold down and remove the hold down.
(8) Disconnect the positive battery cable from the
battery.
heater blanket cord,
(9) Slide the battery toward rear of vehicle.
(10) Disconnect the negative battery cable from
the battery.
(11) Remove battery from vehicle.
INSTALLATION
(1) Position the battery in the battery tray.
(2) Connect the positive and negative battery
cables. Torque to 16 N·m (150 in. lbs.).
(3) Connect the heater blanket cord, if equipped.
(4) Install the battery hold down and install the
hold down bolt. Torque to 16 N·m (150 in. lbs.).
(5) Install battery splash shield. Refer to the Body
section for the procedure.
(6) Install the air cleaner housing.
(7) Connect the negative battery cable.
BATTERY HOLDDOWN
DESCRIPTION
The battery holddown includes two bolts and a
holddown bracket. The battery holddown bracket con-
sists of a formed steel bracket with holes on each
end.
When installing a battery into the battery tray, it
is important that the holddown hardware is properly
installed and that the fasteners are tightened to the
proper specifications. Improper holddown fastener
tightness, whether too loose or too tight, can result in
damage to the battery, the vehicle, or both. Refer to
Battery Holddown for the proper installation proce-
dure, including the proper holddown fastener torque
specifications.
OPERATION
The battery holddown secures the battery in the
battery tray. This holddown is designed to prevent
battery movement during the most extreme vehicle
operation conditions. Periodic removal and lubrica-
tion of the battery holddown hardware is recom-
mended to prevent hardware seizure at a later date.
CAUTION: Never operate a vehicle without a battery
holddown device properly installed. Damage to the
vehicle, components and battery could result.
REMOVAL
(1) Verify that the ignition switch and all accesso-
ries are OFF.
if
(2) Turn the steering wheel to the full right posi-
tion.
(3) Disconnect and isolate the negative battery
cable remote terminal from the remote battery post.
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