Battery Cable: Service Precautions
^ This vehicle is equipped with a Supplemental Inflatable Restraint (SIR) System. Failure to follow the correct procedure could cause the following conditions:^ Air bag deployment
^ Personal injury
^ Unnecessary SIR system repairs
In order to avoid the above conditions, observe the following guidelines:
^ Refer to SIR Component Views In order to determine If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring.
^ If you are performing service on or near the SIR components or the SIR wiring, disable the SIR system. Refer to Disabling the SIR System In SIR.
^ Before servicing any electrical component, the Ignition key 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
^ Do not connect a jumper cable directly to the negative terminal of a discharged battery to prevent sparking and possible explosion of battery gases