Battery System: Battery: Removal: HEV

WARNING: On vehicles equipped with the high voltage system, you must thoroughly read and follow all High Voltage Safety procedures. In addition, before performing any diagnostic or service procedure near a high voltage component, you must perform the High Voltage Power Down. Failure to follow these instructions may result in possible serious or fatal injury. See Electrical - Engine Systems/Battery System - Warning

Fig 1: Lower Hole

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Remove the bolt (1) from the current location and insert the bolt into the lower hole (2). Repeat on the other side of the battery.
NOTE: Do not tighten the bolt in the slotted channel all the way down

Fig 2: Battery Tray
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Holding the bottom of the battery, remove the battery tray to frame bolt. Slowly lower the battery and battery tray.

Fig 3: Battery Cover
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Remove the two battery cover retainers (1) and remove the battery cover (2).
Loosen the negative battery cable terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
Disconnect the battery negative cable terminal clamp from the battery negative terminal post. If necessary, use a battery terminal puller (2) to remove the terminal clamp from the battery post.
Loosen the positive battery cable terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
Disconnect the battery positive cable terminal clamp from the battery positive terminal post. If necessary, use a battery terminal puller (2) to remove the terminal clamp from the battery post.
Remove the battery cables from the battery.
Remove the battery hold down bolt (1) and battery hold down (2) from the battery.
WARNING: Wear a suitable pair of rubber gloves (not the household type) when removing a battery by hand. Safety glasses should also be worn. If the battery is cracked or leaking, the electrolyte can burn the skin and eyes.
Remove the battery from the battery tray.