Battery Replacement

BATTERY REPLACEMENT

REMOVAL PROCEDURE
1. Turn the ignition OFF.

IMPORTANT: Record all pre-set radio stations.

2. For vehicles with L61 engine, remove the battery box.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Disconnect the positive battery cable.




5. Loosen the battery hold down bolt and remove the battery.

CAUTION: Do not tip the battery over a 45 degree angle or acid could spill causing serious personal injury.

INSTALLATION PROCEDURE

CAUTION: Do not tip the battery over a 45 degree angle or acid could spill causing serious personal injury.

NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice in Service Precautions.




1. Install the battery and tighten the battery hold down bolt.

Tighten the battery hold down bolt to 15 N.m (11 lb ft).

2. Connect the positive battery cable to the battery.

Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

3. Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.

Tighten the battery terminal bolts to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

4. For vehicles with L61 engine, install the battery box.

Tighten the battery cooling cover box screws to 2 N.m (18 lb in).

5. Reprogram the radio stations.