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Battery: Service and Repair



BATTERY REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE




1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the positive battery cable.
3. Remove the battery hold down retainer.




4. Remove the battery.

IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE




1. Install the battery to the battery tray.

IMPORTANT: Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during battery installation.

2. Install the battery hold down retainer.




3. Connect the positive battery cable.

Tighten the cable bolt to 15 Nm (11 lb ft).

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.

4. Connect the negative battery cable bolt.