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Starting and Charging: Service Precautions

BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECT PROCEDURE



CAUTION: Before servicing any electrical component, the ignition key must be In the OFF or LOCK position and all electrical loads must be OFF, unless instructed otherwise in these procedures. If a tool or equipment could easily come in contact with a live exposed electrical terminal, also disconnect the negative battery cable. Failure to follow these precautions may cause personal injury and/or damage to the vehicle or its components.

1. Record all the vehicle preset radio stations.
2. Record the customers's radio Theftlock(R) code (if applicable).
3. Turn all the lamps and accessories off.
4. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position (3).
5. Disconnect the negative battery cable.