Negative Battery Cable: Removal
NOTE:
LHD shown in illustration, RHD similar.
NOTE:
Battery terminals must be disconnected only with the ignition key on STOP or removed for at least one minute and never with key on or when the engine is running.
- Disconnect the negative battery terminal from battery. Refer to BATTERY DISCONNECT AND CONNECT - STANDARD SINGLE BATTERY SYSTEM . NOTE:
Some models have a press disconnect on the negative terminal like that in step 2 if not equipped skip to step 3.
- Press the release (1a) and disconnect the terminal (1b) from the negative battery pole (1c).
- Open the retaining clip (1a) and disengage the ground wire (1b).
- Partially remove the left front wheel splash shield to gain access to the ground wire screw. Refer to SHIELD, SPLASH, FRONT WHEELHOUSE, REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION .
- Remove the screw (1a) and disconnect the ground wire (1c) from the gearbox (1d).NOTE:
The positioning of the terminal (1b) on the gearbox can change depending on the type of gearbox installed.
- Remove the nut (2a) and disconnect the ground wire (1c) from the frame.
- Recover the ground wire (1c).
- Check that the ground wire is not damaged and that the individual wires are securely attached to the connections. If needed, perform continuity checks.