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Engine Starting System & Charging System: Battery: Installation

CAUTION:
  • If the battery terminal is worn and the terminal section is loose, replace it with a new battery.
  • After connecting the ground terminal to the battery sensor, the initial diagnosis of the electronic throttle control is conducted by the vehicle. Therefore, wait for 10 seconds or more after turning the ignition switch to ON, and then start the engine.
  1. Install the battery.
  2. Install the battery holder.

    Tightening torque: 

    3.5 N.m (0.4 kgf-m, 2.6 ft-lb)

  3. Install the battery cable holder.
  4. Connect the battery positive terminal.

    Tightening torque: 

    6 N.m (0.6 kgf-m, 4.4 ft-lb)

  5. Install the battery sensor. (When the battery is replaced) Ref. to STARTING/CHARGING SYSTEMS (H4DO)>Battery Sensor>INSTALLATION .
  6. Connect the connector to the battery sensor. (When the battery has not been replaced)
  7. Connect the ground terminal to battery sensor. Ref. to GROUND TERMINAL REMOVAL OR INSTALLATION .