Battery, disconnecting

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CAUTION:

Obtain anti-theft radio security code.
Switch off all electrical consumers.
Switch ignition off and remove ignition key.
Do not loosen or remove ground strap from body. Disconnect terminal from battery only.

First disconnect negative ( - ) terminal from battery.

In order to disconnect positive ( B+ ) terminal, first remove fuse holder on top of battery:

Fig 1: Locating Fuse Holder Locking Lugs

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Press locking lugs together -arrows- and remove cover.

Fig 2: Positive Bus Securing Bolt & Electrical Connection

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Remove positive bus securing bolt -1- on (+) positive terminal clamp.
Remove securing bolts -A- and remove cables to fuses, noting the installed positions.
Disconnect electrical connection -2-.

Fig 3: Relieving Tension On Fuse Holder Mounting

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Relieve tension on fuse holder mounting in direction of -arrow A- and release clip with screwdriver in direction of -arrow B-.
Lift fuse holder from battery.

Fig 4: Identifying Screws & Cover

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If necessary, remove screws -arrows- and remove cover -1-.

Fig 5: Locating Battery Positive Terminal Clamp Fastener

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Release battery positive (B+) terminal clamp fastener -arrow- and remove terminal from battery post.