For 1990-2009 cars

### Removal Procedure

1. Remove the cargo area centre carpet. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
2. Remove the left-hand side cargo area trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement
3. Disconnect the battery negative cable (1) from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.
4. Disconnect the battery positive cable (2) from the battery.
5. Remove the battery retainer strap nut (1) from the battery retainer.
6. Remove the battery retainer plate (2) from the vehicle.
7. Detach the battery vent hose (1) from the battery (2).
8. Remove the battery (2) from the vehicle.

### Installation Procedure

1. Install the battery (2) to the vehicle.

Important: Replacement batteries may require the vent plug to be removed.

Important: Make sure that the vent hole that is not used is sealed with a vent plug.

2. Attach the battery vent hose (1) to the battery (2).

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

3. Install the battery retainer plate (2), locate the retainer strap to the retainer plate and install the battery retainer strap nut (1).

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 18 N·m (13 lb ft).

4. Connect the battery positive cable (2) to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

5. Connect the battery negative cable (1). Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection.

Tighten
Tighten the nut to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

6. Install the cargo area centre carpet. Refer to Rear Compartment Side Trim Panel Replacement
7. Instal the left-hand side cargo area trim. Refer to Rear Compartment Floor Panel Carpet Replacement
8. Close rear compartment lid.