NOTE:Remove the floor portion of the rear compart-
ment carpet to gain access to the battery.
To service the battery:
1. Locate the battery compartment inside the rear com-
partment.2. Remove the battery cover mounting screws and re-
move the battery cover.
3. Remove the negative battery cable post and then
remove the positive battery cable post connection.
4. Remove or loosen the battery retainer clamp and bolt.
5. Lift out the battery.
6. Clean out the battery tray area, freeing area of dirt,
stones and battery acid.
7. Clean and inspect the battery terminals and replace if
parts are damaged or unusable.
8. Place the battery in the tray.
9. Tighten the battery retainer clamp and bolt down.
10. Tighten the positive battery post and then tighten the
negative battery post.
11. Install the battery cover and tighten down the screws.
Battery Location
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