Battery Cable: Service and Repair

Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection

Disconnect Procedure

Caution: Refer to Restraint System Service Precautions.

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution.




1. Record all of the vehicle preset radio stations.
2. Turn OFF all the lamps and the accessories.
3. Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
4. Remove the rear floor trim plate.
5. Remove the rear compartment trim panel.
6. Loosen the negative battery cable nut (1).
7. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery.

Connect Procedure

Important: Clean any existing oxidation from the contact face of the battery terminal and battery cable using a wire brush before installing the battery cable to the battery terminal.




1. Install the negative battery cable to the battery.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

2. Tighten the negative battery cable nut (1).

Tighten the nut to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

3. Install the rear compartment trim panel.
4. Install the rear floor trim plate.
5. Reset the radio stations and the clock.