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For 1990-2009 cars only

Removal Procedure

Caution: Refer to Battery Disconnect Caution in the Preface section.

  1. Remove the floor matt from between the front and middle row passenger seat, if equipped.

  2. Object Number: 1860911  Size: SH
  3. Record all of the customers radio station presets.
  4. Turn OFF all the lamps and accessories.
  5. Ensure the ignition switch is in the OFF position and the key is removed.
  6. From inside the vehicle, remove the battery cover screw and cover.

  7. Object Number: 1860912  Size: SH
  8. Loosen the negative battery cable terminal (1) nut.
  9. Remove the negative battery cable from the battery negative terminal (2).
  10. Reposition the negative battery cable away from the battery negative terminal.

Installation Procedure


    Object Number: 1860912  Size: SH
  1. Position and install the negative battery cable to the battery negative terminal (2).
  2. Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice in the Preface section.

  3. Tighten the negative battery cable terminal (1) nut.
  4. Tighten
    Tighten the nut to 9 N·m (80 lb in).


    Object Number: 1860911  Size: SH
  5. Install the battery cover and screw.
  6. Tighten
    Tighten the screw to 1.6 N·m (14 lb in).

  7. Reset all of the customers radio station presets.
  8. Install the middle row floor matt, if equipped.