Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

1. Record all of the preset radio stations.
2. Turn OFF all the lamps and the accessories.
3. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
4. Remove the rear floor trim plate. Refer to Rear Floor Trim Plate Replacement .
5. Remove the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
6. Loosen the negative battery cable nut (1).
7. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery.

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. Install the negative battery cable to the battery.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

2. Tighten the negative battery cable nut (1).

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

3. Install the rear compartment trim panel. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement .
4. Install the rear floor trim plate. Refer to Rear Floor Trim Plate Replacement .
5. Reset the radio stations and the clock.