Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure

REMOVAL PROCEDURE

CAUTION:
- This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:
- Air bag deployment
- Personal injury
- Unnecessary SIR system repairs

In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
- Refer to SIR Component Views in order to determine if you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
- If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System in Restraint Systems.

- Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in Service Precautions.




1. Turn OFF all the lamps and the accessories.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable from the battery.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

IMPORTANT: Clean any existing oxidation from the contact face of the battery terminal and battery cable using a wire brush before installing the battery cable to the battery terminal.




Connect the battery negative cable to the battery.

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