Repair Procedures: Removal

Disconnect the battery terminals (A).
1. Tightening Torque
  (+) terminal:
  
  7.8 ~ 9.8 N.m (0.8 ~ 1.0 kgf.m, 5.8 ~ 7.2 lb-ft)
  
  (-) terminal:
  
  4.0 ~ 6.0N.m (0.4 ~ 0.6kgf.m, 3.0 ~ 4.4lb-ft)
  
  Fig 1: Disconnect Battery Terminals
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Remove the air duct and air cleaner assembly. (Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "AIR CLEANER ")
Remove the battery insulation pad.
Remove the battery (A) after removing the mounting bracket.
Tightening Torque:

8.8 ~ 13.7 N.m (0.9 ~ 1.4 kgf.m, 6.5 ~ 10.1 lb-ft)

Fig 2: Remove Battery Mounting Bracket
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Remove the ECM.
(Refer to Engine Control/Fuel System - "ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ")
Remove the battery tray (A) after removing the bolts.

Fig 3: Remove Battery Tray Bolts

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