Removal Procedure

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Remove the RH fender diagonal brace. Refer to Brace Replacement - Front Fender Upper Diagonal in Body Front End.

Fig 1: Disconnecting/Connecting Battery Cables

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Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
Disconnect the positive battery cable.

Fig 2: Battery, Retainer & Bolt

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Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt (1).
Remove the battery hold down retainer (2).

IMPORTANT: Do NOT tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

Remove the battery (3).

Fig 3: Battery Insulator

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Remove the battery insulator from the battery.