Battery, removing and installing: Removing
CAUTION:
Before beginning repairs on the electrical system:
- Obtain the anti-theft radio security code.
- Switch off all electrical consumers.
- Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
- Disconnect negative ( - ) battery terminal.
- When reconnecting battery terminals, observe all applicable Notes and torque specifications, as well as instructions on performing OBD program and electrical system function checks as specified in this article.
4-cylinder engine
- Release fasteners -arrows-.
- Remove battery cover.
Fuse panel version I
- First disconnect negative ( - ) terminal -2- from battery.
- Then disconnect positive ( B+ ) terminal -1-.
- Depress fuse panel retainers -arrows- and fold fuse panel to rear.
Fuse panel version II
- First disconnect negative ( - ) terminal -2- from battery.
- Then disconnect positive ( B+ ) terminal -1-.
- Depress fuse panel retainer using screwdriver -arrows- and fold fuse panel to rear.
6-cylinder engine
- Fold luggage compartment floor panel forward.
- First disconnect negative ( - ) terminal -1- from battery.
- Then disconnect positive ( B+ ) terminal -2-.
- Remove central gas vent hose.
Continued for all
- Remove battery hold-down bracket bolt -1-
- Remove battery hold-down bracket -2-.
- Carefully lift battery from carrier.