TM 9-2320-260-20
4-48. BATTERY CABLES AND CLAMPS REPLACEMENT (Contd)
CAUTION
During installation of battery terminal clamps, ensure positive
clamps are installed on positive (+) posts and negative clamps on
negative (-) posts. Failure to connect clamps to correct posts will
reverse polarity of circuitry and may cause damage to rectifier
diodes in alternator, vehicle wiring, and radios (if equipped).
Do not use a hammer during installation of battery terminal
clamps. Spread clamps open to prevent damage to equipment.
NOTE
For general cleaning instructions, maintenance, and servicing
of battery cables and clamps, refer to TM 9-6140-200-14.
Tag all cables for installation.
a. Ground Cable Disconnection
1. Release two catches (6) and remove upper running board (1) from two battery boxes (8).
2. Remove four safety pins (9), release four handles (10), and pull two battery boxes (8) onto running
board (11).
3. Loosen nut (13) and screw (15) and remove ground cable terminal clamp (14) from battery post (12).
b. Battery-to-Battery Cable Removal
Loosen nut (4) and screw (5) on each battery terminal clamp (3) and remove clamps (3) and cable (2) from
battery
