Battery Cable: Service and Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Disconnect Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.




1. Turn off all the lamps and accessories.
2. Turn the ignition OFF.
3. Open the hood.
4. Reposition the negative battery cable insulating cover (5) from over the negative terminal.
5. Rotate the lever lock (4) counterclockwise in order to disconnect the negative battery cable.
6. Remove the negative battery cable terminal (6) from the battery.

Connect Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.

Important: Clean any existing corrosion from the battery terminal and the battery cable end.




1. Install the negative battery cable terminal (5) to the battery.
2. Rotate the lever lock (6) clockwise until an audible click is heard in order to connect the negative battery cable.
3. Position the negative battery cable insulating cover (5) over the negative terminal.
4. Close the hood.