Caution: Batteries produce explosive gases. Batteries contain corrosive acid. Batteries supply levels of electrical current high enough to cause burns. Therefore, in order to reduce the risk of personal injury while working near a battery, observe the following guidelines:

Caution: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition and start switch 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. Disconnect the battery negative cable.
2. Disconnect the battery positive cable.



3. Remove the following parts:

3.1.	The retainer nut

3.2.	The retainer washer

3.3.	The retainer

3.4.	The battery

4. Inspect the following items for physical damage or corrosion:

•	The battery

•	The battery cables

•	The connectors

Notice: Use the correct fastener in the correct location. Replacement fasteners must be the correct part number for that application. Fasteners requiring replacement or fasteners requiring the use of thread locking compound or sealant are identified in the service procedure. Do not use paints, lubricants, or corrosion inhibitors on fasteners or fastener joint surfaces unless specified. These coatings affect fastener torque and joint clamping force and may damage the fastener. Use the correct tightening sequence and specifications when installing fasteners in order to avoid damage to parts and systems.

1. Install the following parts:

1.1.	The battery onto a cleaned battery tray

1.2.	The retainer

1.3.	The retainer washer

1.4.	The retainer nut

Tighten
Tighten the retainer nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).




2. Connect the battery positive cable.
3. Connect the battery negative cable.

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