Battery: Service and Repair

Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection

Disconnection

1. Make sure the vehicle ignition is in the OFF (LOCK) mode.

2. Disconnect and isolate the negative cable with the battery sensor (A) from the battery.

NOTE:

^ Always disconnect the negative side first.

^ To protect the battery sensor connector (B) from damage, do not hold it when removing the negative terminal.

^ Do not disconnect the battery sensor from the negative terminal (C).






3. Open the cover (0).

NOTE: If necessary remove the cover.

4. Disconnect the positive cable and the battery terminal (E) from the battery.

Reconnection

NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally test the battery; refer to the appropriate Acura RLX Service Manual.

1. Clean the battery terminals.

2. Connect the positive cable and the battery terminal (A) to the battery. NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.










3. Install the cover (B).

4. Connect the negative cable and the battery sensor (C) to the battery.

NOTE: To protect the battery sensor connector (0) from damage do not hold it when installing the negative terminal.

5. Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.