Connect Procedure

Fig 1: View Of Battery Cables

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NOTE: Refer to Fastener Notice .

IMPORTANT: Clean any existing oxidation from the contact face of the battery terminal and battery cable using a wire brush before installing the battery cable to the battery terminal.

Connect the negative battery cable to the battery.
Tighten: Tighten the bolt to 17 N.m (13 lb ft).

Fig 2: Identifying Battery Cover

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Install the battery cover.
1. Install the locking tab next to the strut tower first.
2. Install the locking tab next to the engine second.
3. Install the locking tab next to the powertrain control module (PCM) last.
Reset the radio stations and the clock.
For coupe and convertible models, perform the Reinitialization of the Power Windows. Refer to Power Window Reinitialization (Coupe/Convertible Only) .