Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure

Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure
Disconnect Procedure

Caution: Refer to SIR Caution.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.





1. Record all of the vehicle preset radio stations.
2. Turn OFF all the lamps and the accessories.
3. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
4. Open the negative battery connection cover.
5. Loosen the negative battery cable bolt.
6. Disconnect the negative battery (2) cable from the battery.

Connect Procedure

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.





1. Connect the negative battery cable (2) to the battery.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Tighten the negative battery cable bolt.
Tighten the bolt to 17 Nm (13 ft. lbs.).
3. Close the negative battery connection cover.
4. Reset the radio stations and the clock.