12 Volt Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection

NOTE:
With the driver's door open, turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then wait at least 3 minutes before disconnecting the 12 volt negative battery cable.
Canada models: When turning the vehicle to the ON mode for the first time after the 12 volt battery is reconnected, turn the vehicle to the ON mode while depressing the brake pedal for the immobilizer mutual authentication between the body control module and the VSA modulator-control unit.

1. 12 Volt Battery Terminals - Disconnect

Type A

Type B
1.
Make sure the vehicle is turned to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
2.
Disconnect and isolate the 12 volt battery sensor (A) with the cable (B) from the 12 volt battery (C).
NOTE:
Always disconnect the negative side first.
To protect the 12 volt battery sensor connector (D) from damage, do not hold it when removing the terminal (E).
Do not disconnect the 12 volt battery sensor from the cable.
3.
Open the cover (F).
4.
Disconnect the terminal (G) from the 12 volt battery.

1. 12 Volt Battery Terminals - Connect

Type A

Type B
NOTE: If the 12 volt battery performs abnormally, test the 12 volt battery (A).
1.
Clean the 12 volt battery terminals.
2.
Connect the terminal (B) to the 12 volt battery.
NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.
3.
Connect the 12 volt battery sensor (C) with the cable (D) to the 12 volt battery.
NOTE: To protect the 12 volt battery sensor connector (E) from damage, do not hold it when installing the terminal (F).
4.
Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.
5.
Close the cover (G).