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.

1. Attempt to rotate the battery cables clockwise with light finger pressure. If either cable will turn with light finger pressure, use a torque wrench to inspect the bolt torque as the cables are removed as follows:

1.1.	Disconnect the battery negative cable. The torque to loosen should be 10-20 N·m (7-15 lb ft).

1.2.	Disconnect the battery positive cable. The torque to loosen should be 10-20 N·m (7-15 lb ft).

2. If either cable turned clockwise with light finger pressure, but the bolt torque inspection was within specifications, inspect for:

2.1.	The cable bolt being too long.

2.2.	Foreign material inside the nut in the battery terminal.

2.3.	Damage to the battery terminal face or the cable connector ring.

2.4.	On stacked cable installations, inspect the lead spacer for damage.

3. Clean and wire brush both the terminals and the connectors to remove any surface oxidation that may be present on either the battery terminals or the cable 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.

4. Connect the battery cables to the battery as follows:

4.1.	Connect the battery positive cable first.

Tighten
Tighten the battery positive cable terminal bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

4.2.

Connect the battery negative cable last. Refer to 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. in Cautions and Notices.

Tighten
Tighten the battery negative cable terminal bolt to 15 N·m (11 lb ft).

4.3.	Reset the clock , the push - button radio tuning, and other accessories before the vehicle is put back into service.