B3000 V6-3.0L (2007)
Battery: Removal and Replacement
BATTERY AND BATTERY TRAY REMOVAL / INSTALLATION
WARNING: Batteries normally produce explosive gases which can cause personal injury. Therefore, do not allow flames, sparks or lighted
substances to come near the battery. When charging or working near a battery, always shield your face and protect your eyes. Always provide
ventilation. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: To avoid accidental deployment and possible injury, the backup power supply must be depleted before repairing or installing any
front or side air bag supplemental restraint system (SRS) components and before repairing, installing, adjusting or striking components near
the front or side air bag sensors, such as doors, instrument panel, console, door latches, strikers, seats and hood latches. Failure to follow these
procedures may result in personal injury.
WARNING: When lifting a battery, excessive pressure on the end walls could cause acid to spew through the vent caps, resulting in personal
injury. Lift with battery carrier or with your hands on opposite corners. Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
WARNING: Keep out of the reach of children. Batteries contain sulfuric acid. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Also, shield your eyes
when working near batteries to protect against possible splashing of the acid solution. In case or acid contact with skin or eyes, flush
immediately with water for a minimum of 15 minutes and get prompt medical attention. If acid is swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Failure to follow these instructions may result in personal injury.
NOTE: When the battery is disconnected and reconnected, some abnormal drive symptoms may occur while the vehicle relearns its adaptive
strategy.
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable first, then disconnect the positive battery cable.
2. Remove the battery hold down bolt (1) and battery hold down clamp.
3. Remove battery heat shield. (if equipped).
4. Remove the battery.
5. To install, reverse the removal procedure.
