Battery, checking battery cables for secure fit (only applies to vehicles kept in stock for long periods)

Fig 1: Battery Cover And Main Fuse Box Lid

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Open battery cover -A- (Velcro fastening).
Open lid -B- of main fuse box toward front of vehicle.

Fig 2: Battery Ground Strap Hex Nut, Fuse Box Retainer Bracket Nuts, Battery And Fuse Box

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Make sure that battery cable clamps are securely fitted. If necessary, tighten nuts -1- and -3-.

WARNING:

If the battery cable clamp on the positive terminal is not fitted securely, disconnect the battery Ground strap from the battery negative terminal first to avoid possible accidents.

Fig 3: Battery Securing Bolt And Retainer Plate

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Check that battery is securely installed. If necessary, tighten securing bolt -3- on retainer plate -2-.

Tightening torque	Nm
Battery cable clamp to battery terminal	5
Bolt on retainer plate	22