Battery, removing and installing: Notes
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CAUTION:
Before working on the electrical system:
- Obtain radio anti -theft code.
- Ignition OFF !
- Disconnect battery Ground (GND) strap.
NOTE:
- Refer to warnings and safety measures. Refer to WARNINGS AND SAFETY MEASURES FOR HANDLING LEAD -ACID BATTERIES
- Refer to battery handling instructions. Refer to BATTERY HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS
- Some early production vehicles are equipped with batteries that are 190 mm (7.5 in.) tall. Later production vehicles are equipped with batteries that are 175 mm (6.9 in.) tall.
- The larger battery is no longer available. If necessary, replace it with the later 175 mm (6.9 in) battery.