Removal Procedure
- Disconnect the negative battery cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Dual Battery) Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection (Single Battery) .
- Remove the support cross brace fasteners (1) and remove the support cross brace (2), from above the battery.
- Open the battery positive cable clamp cover (1) and loosen the battery positive cable clamp fastener (2).
- Remove the battery fuse block (3) and set aside.
- Remove the battery retainer fastener (1) and remove the battery retainer (2).
- Reposition the radiator surge tank without draining the coolant. Refer to Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (L83 L86)Radiator Surge Tank Replacement (L96) .
- Remove the battery (3) from the vehicle.