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MAINTENANCE
Battery
Battery Removal
1. Place the transmission in
gear.
2. Lock the parking brake.
3. Remove the splash shield
behind the right front tire.
4. Remove the left side panel
to access the battery hold-
down bracket. Remove the
screw at the bottom rear of
the bracket and move the
bracket aside.
5. Remove the battery cover.
6. On conventional batteries,
remove the battery vent
tube.
7. Disconnect the black (negative) battery cable first.
8. Disconnect the red (positive) battery cable last.
9. Lift and remove the battery through the right wheel well. If using a
conventional battery, be careful not to tip the battery sideways,
which could spill electrolyte.
NOTICE: If electrolyte spills, immediately wash it off with a solution of one
tablespoon baking soda and one cup water to prevent damage to the
vehicle.