Caution: Unless directed otherwise, the ignition and start switch must be in the OFF or LOCK position, and all electrical loads must be OFF before servicing any electrical component. Disconnect the negative battery cable to prevent an electrical spark should a tool or equipment come in contact with an exposed electrical terminal. Failure to follow these precautions may result in personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

Caution: Batteries generate hydrogen gas, which is extremely flammable and may explode violently if ignited by a spark or a flame. Battery acid is extremely corrosive and causes severe personal injury if the acid comes into contact with the skin, and blindness if the acid comes into contact with the eyes. In order to avoid severe personal injury, use extreme caution when servicing the battery or battery-related components.

1. Remove and reposition the underhood electrical center. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.
2. Remove the front end sheet metal diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.
3. Remove the battery ground (negative) cable from the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
4. Remove the battery positive cable from the battery.



5. Remove the battery hold down retainer.

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

6. Remove the battery.



7. Remove the battery insulator from the battery.

1. Install the battery insulator to the battery.




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

2. Install the battery and ensure that the battery is positioned properly in the battery tray.
3. Install the battery hold down retainer.
4. Install the battery hold down retainer bolt.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 17 N·m (13 lb ft).

5. Install the battery positive cable and bolt to the battery.

Tighten
Tighten the bolt to 16 N·m (12 lb ft).

6. Install the battery ground (negative) cable to the battery. Refer to Battery Negative Cable Disconnection and Connection .
7. Install the front end sheet metal diagonal brace. Refer to Front End Sheet Metal Diagonal Brace Replacement - Right Side in Body Front End.
8. Install the underhood electrical center. Refer to Underhood Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement in Wiring Systems.