Antitheft and Alarm Systems: Testing and Inspection

NOTE: From '96 MY, vehicles maybe fitted with a back-up battery, the purpose of which is to power the anti-theft alarm if the main battery is disconnected. If the main vehicle battery is to be removed it is essential to adopt the following procedure before disconnecting the terminals in order to prevent the alarm sounding:

1. Turn the starter switch 'on' and then 'off'.
2. Disconnect the battery WITHIN 17 SECONDS (if the battery is not disconnected within 17 seconds, the alarm will sound).

REMOVE

WARNING: Always disconnect negative lead from battery first. Disconnection of positive lead with negative lead connected risks short circuit and severe sparking through accidental grounding of spanner. Personal injury could result.




1. Release 3 turnbuckles securing battery cover. Remove cover.
2. Remove 2 nuts 1 bolt securing battery clamp. Remove clamp.
3. Disconnect battery terminals. Remove battery.

REFIT

NOTE: Coat battery clamps and terminals with petroleum jelly before refitting.

4. Reverse removal procedure. Reconnect battery negative lead.