Sensor, Intelligent Battery (IBS): Installation
NOTE:
Connecting the negative battery cable to the Intelligent Battery Sensor (IBS) must be done before installing on the battery post.
NOTE:
DO NOT use a hammer to tap down the sensor. Use a post spreader to open the post if reusing the existing sensor.
NOTE:
Avoid IBS rotation during tightening of M8 nut as to avoid contact of 2 way connector breakage when rotating in to the battery.
- Install both negative battery cable eyelets to the IBS M8 stud.
- Secure the negative battery cable to the IBS M8 stud by tightening the nut (2) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .NOTE:
M8 has much higher torque than the M6 clamp and can break IBS free if the M6 is tightened prior.
- Place the IBS onto the negative battery post and push the IBS down until properly seated on the cone of the post.
- Tighten the M6 pole clamp (1) to the proper torque specification. Refer to TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS .
- Install the two-pin connector (Power & LIN) (1). Make sure there is no stress on the wires .
- Install the components removed to access the battery. Refer to BATTERY, SUPPLEMENTAL, INSTALLATION .