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1. Open the hood.

2. Check the battery state of health using the J 4200 Midtronics Digital Battery Tester or suitable equivalent. If the tester displays "Replace Battery", attach a battery charger to the battery while performing this repair, as the test at the end will require cranking/starting the engine six times in succession. A low battery state of charge may affect the outcome of the test.

Important:
If the battery fails the test (does not have sufficient reserve capacity or cold cranking amps required), the customer should be advised that the battery is not functioning properly and should be replaced. The customer should be informed that battery replacement is not covered under this recall, and that a replacement battery may be purchased from the dealership or another source.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

Caution
The oil filter, exhaust manifold, and exhaust pipe may be hot. Use care to avoid personal injury.