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Removal Procedure

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  1. Disconnect the battery negative cable. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnect/Connect Procedure .
  2. Remove the right front diagonal brace.
  3. Disconnect the battery positive cable.
    Fig 1: Identifying Battery Cables
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  4. Remove the battery hold down retainer bolt (1).
  5. Fig 2: Identifying Battery Hold Down Components
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  6. Remove the battery hold down retainer (2).

    Important:  Do not tip the battery more than 40 degrees during removal.

  7. Remove the battery (3).
  8. Remove the battery insulator from the battery.
    Fig 3: Identifying Battery Insulator
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