Battery: Service and Repair

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable (1) from the battery.




3. Remove the battery vent tube (1) from the battery.




4. Remove the battery retainer bolt and battery retainer.
5. Remove the battery.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the battery.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

2. Install the battery retainer and bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the battery retainer bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

IMPORTANT: Ensure the vent tube (1) is properly routed through the floor pan grommet.




3. Install the battery vent tube (1) to the battery.




4. Connect the battery positive cable (1) to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the battery cable bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

5. Connect the battery negative cable.