Negative: Service and Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Removal Procedure
Warning: Refer to Battery Disconnect Warning (Service Precautions).


1. Record all preset and theft codes from the radio.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the LOCK position.
3. Verify that all the electrical components are OFF such as interior lights, all doors are closed, the underhood lamp, etc.




4. Remove the retaining bolt from the battery negative cable (3).
5. Remove the battery negative cable from the battery (5).
6. Position the battery negative cable away from any body ground.

Installation Procedure

1. Verify that all electrical components are OFF such as interior lights, all doors are closed, the underhood lamp, etc.
2. Clean corrosion from the negative battery cable using a metal brush.




3. Install the battery negative cable (3) to the battery (5).

Caution: Refer to Fastener Caution (Fastener Caution).

4. Install the retaining bolt to the battery negative cable.

Tighten the battery negative cable to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).

5. Reset the radio stations and the clock.