Repair Procedures: Removal: Battery

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Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Disconnect the battery negative (-) terminal (A).
Tightening torque:

3.9 - 5.9 N.m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf.m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb.ft)

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Disconnect the battery positive (+) terminal (A).
Tightening torque:

8.0 - 10.0 N.m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.9 - 7.4 lb.ft)

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Remove the battery mounting bracket (A) after removing the battery (B).
Tightening torque:

8.8 - 13.7 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 - 10.1 lb.ft)

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