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Repair Procedures: Removal: Battery

  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the air duct (A) after separating the clip.
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  3. Remove the negative (-) terminal cover (A).
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  4. Disconnect the negative (-) terminal (A) and disconnect the positive (+) terminal (B).

    Tightening torque: 

    8.0 - 10.0 N.m (0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m, 5.9 - 7.4 lb.ft)

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  5. Remove the battery (A) after removing the mounting bracket by loosening the mounting bolt.

    Tightening torque: 

    9.0 - 14.0 N.m (0.9 - 1.4 kgf.m, 6.6 - 10.3 lb.ft)

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