Battery System: Battery: Removal: Non-HEV

Fig 1: Battery Terminal Puller

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1. Turn the ignition switch to the Off position. Be certain that all electrical accessories are turned off.
2. Loosen the battery negative cable terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
3. 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.
4. Loosen the battery positive cable terminal clamp pinch-bolt hex nut.
5. 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.
   Fig 2: Battery Cables

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6. Remove the battery cables from the battery.
   Fig 3: Thermal Guard

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7. Remove the battery thermal guard (1).
   Fig 4: Battery Hold Down & Bolt

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8. Remove the battery hold down bolt (1) and battery hold down (2) from the battery.
   Fig 5: Battery

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   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.
9. Remove the battery from the battery tray.