Battery Replacement

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




CAUTION:
^ Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Cautions and Notices.
^ Refer to SIR Handling Caution in Cautions and Notices.

1. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable.
2. Disconnect the battery (positive) cable from the battery.
3. Remove the front end sheet metal diagonal brace.
4. Remove the battery hold down retainer.
5. Place the underhood accessory wiring junction block aside for access to the battery.





IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

6. Remove the battery.
7. Remove the battery insulator from the battery.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE



1. Install the battery insulator to the battery.

IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.

2. Install the battery to the battery tray.
3. Install the battery hold down retainer.
4. Install the underhood accessory wiring junction block.
5. Install the front end sheet metal diagonal brace.





NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Cautions and Notices.

6. Connect the battery (positive) cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the battery (positive) cable terminal bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

7. Connect the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery.