DISCONNECTING POWER
1. Position the vehicle on a dry, firm, level surface.
2. Set the park brake.
3. Turn the key off.
4. Remove the hood. See page 48.
5. Locate the main power connector
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at the lower left front of the vehicle,
below the horn assembly. Unplug the main power connector.
6. Locate and disconnect electrical accessory connectors (such as a heater or
a heated windshield).
7. If equipped, disconnect the negative cable from the auxiliary 12-volt battery.
8. Disconnect the main NEGATIVE cable from the traction batteries. Isolate the
cable end to ensure the circuit cannot be completed during service.
NOTICE
Damage to electrical connections and components will occur if they are
unplugged before the main power connector is disconnected.
WARNING
Before servicing the vehicle’s electrical system, always disconnect the main
power connector first, then disconnect any electrical accessory connections,
then disconnect the negative cable from the 12-volt battery (if equipped), then
disconnect the negative terminal from the main battery pack.
WARNING
Insulate any tools used within the battery area to prevent sparks or battery
explosion caused by shorting the battery terminals or wiring. Remove the
batteries, or cover the exposed terminals with an insulating material.
RECONNECTING POWER
1. Reconnect the negative cable to the traction batteries. Torque the nut to 8 lb-
ft (10.8 Nm).
2. Reconnect the negative cable to the auxiliary 12-volt battery (if equipped).
Torque the screw to 5.5 lb-ft (7.5 Nm).
3. Reconnect electrical accessory connectors (if equipped).
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