Negative Battery Terminal Disconnection/Connection: Notes

WARNING:

Before removing the SRS air bag system-related parts, always disconnect the negative battery terminal and wait for 1 min or more to allow the back-up power supply to deplete its stored power. (See AIR BAG SYSTEM SERVICE WARNINGS [TWO-STEP DEPLOYMENT CONTROL SYSTEM - US/CANADA SPEC.] .)

NOTE:

Be careful not to close the liftgate with the negative battery terminal disconnected. If the negative battery terminal is disconnected, the liftgate cannot be opened because power is not supplied to the liftgate opener system. Also, if the battery is discharged, the liftgate cannot be opened because power is not supplied to the liftgate opener system.
If the liftgate has been closed, perform manual release of the liftgate latch to open the liftgate.
When disconnecting the negative battery terminal, wrap the liftgate lock striker with a clean rag to prevent the liftgate from closing.