Honda Civic Quiz
Electrical

Battery Terminal Disconnection and Reconnection

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Removal

  1. Battery Terminal - Disconnection

1.

Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).

2.

Disconnect and isolate the negative cable and battery sensor (A) from the battery.

NOTE: Always disconnect the negative side first.

3.

Disconnect the positive cable (B) from the battery.

Installation

  1. Battery Terminal - Reconnection

NOTE: If the battery performs abnormally, test the battery.


1.

Clean the battery terminals.

2.

Connect the positive cable (A) to the battery.

NOTE: Always connect the positive side first.

3.

Connect the negative cable and battery sensor (B) to the battery.

4.

Apply multipurpose grease to the terminals to prevent corrosion.

Test yourself

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