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Starting and Charging: Service Precautions

Battery Negative Cable Disconnect

1. Record all of the vehicle preset radio stations (if applicable).
2. Record the customer's radio Theftlock� code (if applicable).
3. Turn off all of the lamps and the accessories.
4. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
5. Disconnect the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery.