Power and Ground Distribution: Service and Repair

Rear Electrical Center Replacement




REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the rear seat cushion.

CAUTION: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be in the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

3. Remove the rear fuse black cover.
4. Remove the positive battery cable nut (1) and cable from the rear electrical center.
5. Unclip the four retaining clips, lift the electrical center up and turn over.
6. Remove the three connector screws and remove all the connectors from the fuse block.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

1. Install all the connectors to the rear fuse block and hand start the bolts.

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 6.6 N.m (58 lb in).

2. Install the rear electrical center into the base assembly ensuring all the clips engage.
3. Install the positive battery cable and nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the bolts to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

4. Install the rear seat cushion.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.