Disconnect Procedure
Caution: Refer to SIR Caution in the Preface section.
Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.
- Record all of the vehicle preset radio stations.
 
- Turn OFF all the lamps and the accessories.
 
- Make sure the ignition switch is in the OFF position.
 
- Open the negative battery connection cover.
 
- Loosen the negative battery cable nut.
 
- Disconnect the negative battery (2) 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.
Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.
- Connect the negative battery cable (2) to the battery.
 
- Tighten the negative battery cable nut.
 
Tighten
Tighten the nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).
- Close the negative battery connection cover.
 
- Reset the radio stations and the clock.