Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection: Disconnection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
Some systems store data in memory that is lost when the battery is disconnected. Do the following procedures before disconnecting the battery.
- Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the audio or the audio-navigation unit.
- Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
- Disconnect and isolate the negative cable from the battery.NOTE: Always disconnect the negative cable from the battery first.
- Disconnect the positive cable from the battery.