Removal Procedure
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:
• Always shield your eyes. • Avoid leaning over the battery whenever possible. • Do not expose the battery to open flames or sparks. • Do not allow battery acid to contact the eyes or the skin. - Flush any contacted areas with water immediately and thoroughly. - Get medical help.
- Disconnect the negative battery cable from the negative battery
terminal. Refer to
Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.
in General Information. - Disconnect the positive battery cable from the positive battery terminal.
- Remove the battery hold-down retainer bolt and retainer.
- Remove the battery from the vehicle.
- Inspect the battery for:
- If damage is noted, find and correct the cause.
- Clean any corrosion form the battery cables and connectors.
- Clean the battery tray and remove any foreign objects from it.
| • | Damage |
| • | Worn or corroded cables and connectors |
| • | Damage or foreign objects in the battery carrier |
Installation Procedure
- Install the battery into the battery carrier.
- Connect the hold-down retainer and bolt.
- Connect the positive battery cable and the positive battery cable terminal to the battery.
- Connect the negative battery cable and the negative battery cable terminal to the battery.
Tighten
Tighten the hold-down retainer bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).
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.
Tighten
Tighten the battery terminals to 10 N·m (89 lb in).
