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 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.

^ 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.




1. Turn OFF all the lamps and accessories.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
3. Remove the rear seat cushion.
4. Remove the negative battery 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.




1. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the battery ground (negative) terminal bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

2. Install the rear seat cushion.

The radio incorporates electronic memory for the clock and pre-selected radio stations, reprogramming is not necessary.