12 Volt Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection: Removal

NOTE: 

• With the driver's door open, turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then wait at least 3 minutes before disconnecting the 12 volt negative battery cable.
• Canada models: When turning the vehicle to the ON mode for the first time after the 12 volt battery is reconnected, turn the vehicle to the ON mode while depressing the brake pedal for the immobilizer mutual authentication between the body control module and the VSA modulator-control unit.

1. 12 Volt Battery Terminals - Disconnect

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   1. Make sure the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode. 2. Disconnect and isolate the 12 volt battery sensor (A) with the cable (B) from the 12 volt battery (C). NOTE:  Always disconnect the negative side first. To protect the 12 volt battery sensor connector (D) from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal (E). Do not disconnect the 12 volt battery sensor from the cable. 3. Open the cover (F). 4. Disconnect the terminal (G) from the 12 volt battery.